Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Lancia Lambda Torpedo, Coin from Congo, Democratic Republic of the - detailed information

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 1926 Lancia Lambda Torpedo.

Maestro Vincenzo Lancia presented his masterpiece - a V-four cylinder, 2120 ccm motor with 3,250 rpm, 49 PS and max speed of 115 km/h, four wheel brakes and hydraulic shock absorbers, allowing a comfortable long distance driving. The elegant, long stretched limousine was very successful. More than 13,000 cars have been produced. The list price was 14,500 German Marks.