The obverse of the coin features the Coat of Arms of Congo and the inscriptions: `REPUBLIQUE DU CONGO` - the country of issue, and `100 FRANCS CFA` - the face value
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
REPUBLIQUE DU CONGO
UNITE TRAVAIL PROGRES
100 FRANCS CFA (Translation: Republic of the Congo Unity Work Progress)
Reverse description
The coin`s reverse features the two tools (shovel and pickaxe) protruding behind the precious metal, with a sun drawn to make the beholder realise the splendour of the Gold. Always on the same side we find the inscription `0.5 g .999 FINE GOLD` - the weight of the coin and fineness of the Gold.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
2023
0.5 G .999 FINE GOLD
GOLD RUSH
CALIFORNIA
1848-1855