Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Bentley 1930, Coin from Congo, Democratic Republic of the - detailed information

Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Bentley 1930, Coin from Congo, Democratic Republic of the
CoinTen Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Bentley 1930

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 1930 Bentley.

The classical design of a British sports car which made history... The company won several Le Mans 24 Hours Racing competitions between 1925 and 1930 with this type of compressor supported motor. For private use, the 4,5 l 6-cylinder motor was strong enough to reach the max speed of more than 160 km/h. Bentley was taken over by Rolls-Royce in 1931 because of the excellent market acceptance of their limousine concept and design.

Mintunknown Mint MarkNo mint mark Total Mintage 15,000
ProducerCIT Coin Invest
Obverse
Congo, Democratic Republic of the / Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Bentley 1930 - 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 - Bentley 1930 - reverse photo

The reverse of the coin depicts a 1930 Bentley car.

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

Below the car, on two lines Bentley 1930.

Around below, the date of issue 2003.
Reverse Inscription AUTOMOBILES HISTORIQUES Bentley 1930 2003
EdgeMilledEdge InscriptionNone
Notes

Finish: proof.
CIT Item ID: 20614.

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Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Bentley 1930: 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 IDLBRP-ERRC-ZYDM-EMNY
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