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20 Francs Peregrine falcon, gilded
| Issuer | Banque Centrale du Congo |
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| Year | 2024 |
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| Value | 20 Francs |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A peregrine falcon in dynamic flight is depicted in high relief at the centre of the field, its wings fully spread and talons extended as if in pursuit of prey, rendered with selective gold gilding that highlights the bird's plumage in striking contrast to the matte silver background. The naturalistic scene is set against a detailed landscape featuring coniferous trees and dramatic rocky spires rendered in the silver field, with billowing clouds flanking the bird on either side. The legend THE PEREGRINE arcs across the upper border, while WORLD'S WILDLIFE curves along the lower border, separated by a small globe device at the bottom centre. The overall composition conveys the speed and power of the world's fastest bird in a refined collector presentation. |
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| Reverse lettering | THE PEREGRINE WORLD'S WILDLIFE |
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