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500 Francs Congo Silverback Gorilla
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 31.103 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 500 Francs CFA 500 XAF = USD 0.84 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.103 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#377645 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
A silverback gorilla
Script: Latin
Lettering:
999 SILVER ONE TROY OUNCE
2023
Interesting fact
The Congo Silverback Gorilla coin is a unique and interesting collector's item, as it features a beautiful depiction of a silverback gorilla on its obverse side. The coin's design is based on a real-life silverback gorilla named "Mukunda," who lived in the Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The coin's reverse side features the coat of arms of the Republic of the Congo, adding to its collectibility and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 75000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2023 coin.
