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20 Francs Dunkleosteus, colourized
| Issuer | Democratic Republic of the Congo (1997-date) |
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| Year | 2023 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | The national coat of arms of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is depicted at centre, featuring the traditional shield, supporters, and motto ribbon. The country name REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO arcs along the upper legend, while the lower legend bears the motto JUSTICE PAIX TRAVAIL. The weight, fineness designation (1 oz Ag 999.9), and face value (20 FRANCS) are inscribed below the arms in the lower field. |
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| Reverse description | A full-colour depiction of a Dunkleosteus, the armoured predatory fish of the Late Devonian period, occupies the central field against a deep-blue underwater background with scattered air bubbles rendered in colour. The creature is shown in left-facing profile with its distinctive bony-plated head and open jaws prominently displayed. The species name DUNKLEOSTEUS and its geological range 380-360 MIO YEARS BC are inscribed in the upper field, with the issue year 2023 below. Geological period inscriptions arc around the inner border: DEVONIAN 416-360 MIO. YEARS BC on the left, CARBONIFEROUS 360-298 MIO. YEARS BC along the bottom, and PERMIAN 298-250 MIO. YEARS BC on the right. The legend PREHISTORIC LIFE arcs prominently along the upper rim. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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