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10 Francs Diogo Cao 1482
| Issuer | Banque Centrale du Congo |
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| Year | 2000 |
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| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
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| Obverse description | A finely detailed standing lion facing left occupies the central field, rendered in high relief with a full mane and tail raised, standing on a grassy groundline. The legend REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO curves along the upper periphery in raised Latin lettering. The denomination 10 FRANCS is inscribed in two lines at the lower field beneath the lion. The mirrored proof field provides a strong contrast to the frosted devices. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a Portuguese caravel under full sail, shown in three-quarter view navigating choppy seas, with three masts and billowing sails rendered in fine detail. The legend DIOGO CAO * 1482 curves along the upper right periphery, commemorating the Portuguese explorer's arrival at the mouth of the Congo River in 1482. The mint year 2000 appears in the right field. The highly polished proof field contrasts with the frosted relief of the vessel and waves. |
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