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5000 Francs CFA Congo Silverback Gorilla
2020 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 5000 Francs CFA 5000 XAF = USD 8.41 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#198633 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Silverback gorilla yawning with year, weight and purity below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONGO SILVERBACK GORILLA
2020 1 OZ 999 SILVER
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A Silverback gorilla is the mature, experienced male leader of a group of mountain gorillas in the wild. Named for the Silver saddles across his back, the Silverback is responsible for the safety of his group. A group of gorillas, also called a “troop,” can contain from 5 to 30 gorillas. The Silverback decides where the troop travels, where it forages for food, where it will rest and where it will sleep at night.The fact that there are roughly 700 Silverbacks left in existence today reflects what humans have done to the population. When we continually cut down trees where gorillas live, we are slowly destroying their habitat, which is one of the reasons why they have become an endangered animal. Poachers who capture and kill these animals to make a profit are also contributing to their decline. If you are interested in learning more about how you can contribute to the conservation of this species, please visit the WWF.
Interesting fact
The Congo Silverback Gorilla coin is a unique and rare coin that features an image of a silverback gorilla, an endangered species, on its obverse side. The coin was minted in 2020 by the Republic of the Congo to raise awareness about the importance of conservation and protecting wildlife. The coin's design is inspired by the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Congo Basin, and it is made of .999 silver, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and wildlife enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 75000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Francs CFA (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2020 coin.
