The Democratic Republic of the Congo normally uses banknotes for circulation, and does not issue coins in the Congolese Franc currency. However, the country has authorised some foreign mints to issue commemorative and bullion coins under its jurisdiction.
Most of them are in standard bullion sizes, but some are not. CIT issued a series of silver 10 Francs and Five Francs in their own format, in 25 to 27 grams of silver. The coins are considered "Non-Circulating Legal Tender" (NCLT) and not bullion because they are issued at prices higher than their bullion value and are targeted at collectors who appreciate them for their artistic or sentimental value, and not at investors in precious metals.
This coin is part of the Historical Cars collection, and features the 1913 Alfa Romeo.
ALFA (Anonima Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili) was founded in 1909. This touring car was created and built in 1913 as the first one in a streamed line. With the 24 hp motor, a maximum speed of 140 km/h could be reached. After the first World War the company changed its name to Alfa Romeo. |