500 Francs CFA (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2022 front 500 Francs CFA (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2022 back
500 Francs CFA (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2022 photo
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500 Francs CFA Congo Silverback Gorilla

2022 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of the Congo
Period
Republic (1992-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2022
Value
500 Francs CFA 500 XAF = USD 0.84
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#346988
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

A Silverback Gorilla in a forward-facing position from the waist up as it pounds its chest. Weight and purity left and year right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ONE OUNCE
999 SILVER
2022
CONGO SILVERBACK GORILLA

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Located in the mountains of Africa, the silverback gorilla is an imposing presence that can grow up to six feet tall. Subsisting on an herbivorous diet, the silverback will consume everything from roots and herbs to bark and bamboo. While they may be intimidating, the silverback gorilla has a reputation for being rather gentle and reserved. That is, unless they are threatened, in which case the alpha male will stand up straight and pound its chest to ward off enemies.

Interesting fact

The Congo Silverback Gorilla coin is a unique and limited edition coin that features an image of a majestic silverback gorilla on its obverse side. The coin's design is inspired by the natural beauty of the Congo Basin, where the gorillas inhabit, and the coin's silver content is a nod to the region's rich mineral resources. The coin's reverse side features the coat of arms of the Republic of the Congo, adding an extra layer of authenticity and national pride to the design. With only a limited number of coins minted, the Congo Silverback Gorilla coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for anyone interested in wildlife, conservation, or African culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2022  75000 - - - - - -

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