5000 Francs CFA (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2016 front 5000 Francs CFA (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2016 back
5000 Francs CFA (Congo Silverback Gorilla) 2016 photo
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5000 Francs CFA Congo Silverback Gorilla

2016 year
Silver (.999) 31.103 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of the Congo
Period
Republic (1992-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
5000 Francs CFA 5000 XAF = USD 8.41
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.103 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#97462
Rarity index
49%

Reverse

Congo Silverback Gorilla

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CONGO SILVERBACK GORILLA
2016 1 OZ 999 SILVER

Edge

Reeded

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 2016 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
2016  2500 - - - - - -

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) 2016 coin.