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5000 Francs CFA Congo Silverback Gorilla
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
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| Year | 2017 |
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| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
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| Obverse description | The national coat of arms of the Republic of the Congo is centrally depicted in the field, featuring a shield supported by two lions rampant, with the national motto UNITE TRAVAIL PROGRES inscribed on a ribbon in the exergue of the shield. The legend REPUBLIQUE DU CONGO arcs along the upper periphery, while the face value 5000 FRANCS CFA is rendered in large characters along the lower periphery. A continuous beaded border frames the entire design. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a colorised, highly detailed portrait of a silverback gorilla set against a lush, naturalistic forest background rendered in full color. The legend CONGO SILVERBACK GORILLA arcs along the upper periphery of the field. The year of issue 2017 and the fineness and weight denomination 1 OZ 999 SILVER are inscribed along the lower periphery. The color application contrasts with the proof-finished silver surfaces to create a vivid wildlife presentation typical of modern numismatic issues. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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