Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Auburn Speedster, Coin from Congo, Democratic Republic of the - detailed information

Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Auburn Speedster, Coin from Congo, Democratic Republic of the
CoinTen Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Auburn Speedster

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 1929 Auburn Speedster 8-120.

In the United States, when talking about the history of automobiles, the Auburn company name has a very good reputation. This car was equipped with an 8-cylinder 120 hp compressor motor providing power for a maximum speed of 160 km/h. Due to the pointed rear design the car looked very "sportive and speedy". However, sales were not successful in terms of units produced compared to limousine type cars

Mintunknown Mint MarkNo mint mark Total Mintage 15,000
ProducerCIT Coin Invest
Obverse
Congo, Democratic Republic of the / Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Auburn Speedster - obverse photo

The obverse of the coin shows at its centre a male lion walking to left, his head turned towards the viewer.

Around above, the name of the country in French: REPUBLIQUE DEMOCATIQUE DU CONGO (Democratic Republic of the Congo).

Around below, the face value 10 Francs.
Obverse Inscription REPUBLIQUE DEMOCATIQUE DU CONGO 10 Francs
Reverse
Congo, Democratic Republic of the / Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Auburn Speedster - reverse photo

The reverse of the coin depicts a 1929 Auburn Speedster 8-120 car.

Around above, the name of the series (in French): AUTOMOBILES HISTORIQUES.

Below the car, on two lines Auburn Speedster 8-120 1929.

Around below, the date of issue 2003.
Reverse Inscription AUTOMOBILES HISTORIQUES Auburn Speedster 8-120 1929 2003
EdgeMilledEdge InscriptionNone
Notes

Finish: proof.
CIT Item ID: 20613.

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Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Auburn Speedster: Details
CountryCongo, Democratic Republic of the
CurrencyCongolese Franc
Coin TypeSilver Twenty-Five Grams (25 - 27 g)
Issued2003
SymbolLion of Congo
Face Value10 (x Franc)
Total Mintage15,000
CurrentYes
Material0.999 Silver
TechnologyMilled (machine-made)
ShapeRound
OrientationMedal Alignment (Axis 0)
Size40.0000 mm
Mass26.0000 g
OCC IDYRVP-OVRC-DVZB-ODQG
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