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10 Francs Atoms
| Issuer | National Bank of Rwanda |
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| Year | 2020 |
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| Value | 10 Francs |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a scientific composition themed around hydrogen atoms, with multiple stylized molecular symbols and chemical notations (H2) distributed across the upper field. In the lower portion, a detailed Bohr-model atomic diagram with orbiting electrons and a central nucleus dominates the design, accompanied by smaller atomic illustrations. The series logo, rendered as a stylized atom, appears at centre-right. The fineness and weight inscription '.999 PT 0.5 G' is engraved along the lower field, with the date '2020' incorporated into the design. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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Rwanda has issued a long-running series of small platinum and gold fractional pieces under the "Atoms" program, targeting the bullion collector market rather than any domestic monetary function. At 0.5 grams of .999 platinum, the coin exists almost entirely as a vehicle for platinum ownership in the smallest practical denomination — Rwanda's nominal face value providing the legal tender framework required for international bullion trade.