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10 Francs Lion, silver essai
| Issuer | Niger |
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| Year | 1968 |
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| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
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| Reverse description | A finely detailed, high-relief effigy of a standing lion (Panthera leo) dominates the central field, depicted facing forward with a full mane and tail raised, standing amid stylized vegetation and rocky ground. The powerful naturalistic rendering conveys the animal's musculature with considerable sculptural depth, characteristic of the proof-quality essai striking technique. The curved legend 'REPUBLIQUE DU NIGER' arcs along the upper periphery, flanking the lion on both sides. The field is mirror-like and deeply struck, consistent with an essai or proof presentation piece. The inner border is defined by a continuous beaded rim. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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