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10 Francs Lighthouse of Alexandria
| Issuer | Bank of the Republic of Burundi |
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| Year | 2024 |
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| Currency | Franc (1962-date) |
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| Obverse description | The coat of arms of Burundi is depicted at centre within a polished field, rendered in fine relief. A circular legend arcs around the upper portion of the field, reading 'IBANKI YA REPUBLIKA Y' UBURUNDI' and 'UBUMWE-IBIKORWA-AMAJAMBERE' in Latin script. Below the arms, the denomination '10 FRANCS' and the date '2024' are inscribed, flanked by the weight '16.67 g' and fineness 'Ag 999'. A decorative beaded border follows the curved lower edge of the puzzle-piece shaped flan. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A detailed relief depiction of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria (Pharos of Alexandria), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, occupies the right portion of the field, rendered with high relief against a frosted background. The multi-tiered tower is shown in full elevation with architectural detail, while sailing vessels are depicted on the water in the lower left field. The legend 'LIGHTHOUSE OF ALEXANDRIA' appears in incuse Latin lettering to the left of the lighthouse. A decorative beaded border follows the curved lower edge of the puzzle-piece shaped flan. |
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