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1500 Francs CFA Buffalo
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
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| Year | 2011 |
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| Diameter | 11 mm |
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| Obverse description | The national coat of arms of the Republic of the Congo is displayed prominently in the central field, featuring the heraldic shield with its traditional elements. The legend 'REPUBLIQUE DU CONGO' curves along the upper periphery, while the denomination '1500 FRANCS CFA' is inscribed in the lower portion of the field. The design is rendered in high relief against a polished proof-quality background. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A right-facing African buffalo (Syncerus caffer) is depicted in naturalistic detail at center, standing on a ground line with savanna vegetation suggested in the background. The scientific name 'SYNCERUS KAFFER' is inscribed in the upper legend curving along the rim. The date '2011' and the purity and weight specification '0.5 grs or pur .9999' appear in the lower field beneath the animal. The finely detailed engraving captures the powerful build and characteristic horns of the Cape buffalo. |
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