Ten Francs Silver 2003 Historical Cars - Mercedes 1927, 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 1927 Mercedes.

Beside luxury cars Mercedes was also leading in the sportive car category. Leading industry members, well known actors or singer have been the customers for the "roadster with the star" which have been very successful in racing events as well. 7 liter compressor motors with 160 hp could reach a speed of 170 km/h. In racing history, the name of the famous pilot Rudolf Caracciola is connected with the dominating success of Mercedes racing cars with his victory in the first Grand Prix of Germany in 1926 at the Avus racing course and his victories on the Mille Miglia in the following years.