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| Issuer | National Bank of Rwanda |
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| Year | 2015 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Reverse description | Central field depicts a giant panda seated to the right, rendered in high relief, leaning against a globe shown in grid-line style representing the world. The date 2015 appears prominently in the upper centre of the field. The legend ICONS OF THE WORLD arcs along the upper border, while the inscription .9999 FINEST GOLD 1/200 OZ OR PUR curves along the lower border, attesting to the coin's fineness and weight. The design is enclosed within a reeded edge and raised rim. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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Rwanda's panda-themed bullion series was issued in deliberate competition with the Chinese Panda program, targeting collectors who sought fractional gold at accessible price points. The National Bank of Rwanda served as issuer of record, though the coins were produced and distributed through European wholesale channels rather than through any domestic Rwandan mint infrastructure.
At 0.1555 grams, this is a 1/200th-ounce piece — a denomination so small that handling losses during assay can meaningfully affect the recoverable gold content.