500 Amafaranga (Year of the Snake; longevity) 2013 front 500 Amafaranga (Year of the Snake; longevity) 2013 back
500 Amafaranga (Year of the Snake; longevity) 2013 photo
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500 Amafaranga Year of the Snake; longevity

2013 year
Gold plated silver (.999) (with "Czech" Pavé Gemstones) 25.00 g 40.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Rwanda
Period
Republic (1962-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2013
Value
500 Amafaranga 500 RWF = USD 0.37
Currency
Franc (1964-date)
Composition
Gold plated silver (.999) (with "Czech" Pavé Gemstones)
Weight
25.00 g
Diameter
40.00 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#317776
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Yellow snake with crystals at right, bridge over river and mountain at right.

Scripts: Chinese (simplified), Latin

Lettering:
YEAR OF THE SNAKE 2013

LONGEVITY

Translation: Longevity. Snake.

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of materials and techniques. The coin is made of gold-plated silver (.999) and includes "Czech" Pavé gemstones, which are small, flat-cut gemstones that are set closely together to create a sparkling effect. This combination of materials and techniques creates a visually striking and unique appearance for the coin.