Coat of arms of Rwanda, the national emblem consists of a traditional woven basket at the center with a stylized sun above. This is immediately flanked by branches of coffee and sorghum, with indigenous warrior shields on either side of these elements.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
BANKI NKURU Y`U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y`U RWANDA
UBUMWI - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANGA 50 MIRONGO ITANU (Translation: National Bank of Rwanda Republic of Rwanda Unity, Work, Patriotism 50 francs)
Reverse description
HMS Victory at sea, compass, and sextant above ship