Another great series is the Republic of Congo silverback gorilla series and the 2023 doesn't disappoint.
The Scottsdale mint has been producing the silverback gorilla series for the Republic of Congo since 2015. The design alternates from an aggresive gorilla depiction to a passive depiction every other year.
The obverse side features the Republic of Congo coat of arms in the center with a frosted background. The coat of arms has a shield with a lion holding a torch in the center, elephants facing out on both sides and a crown on the top. The inscription on the crown says REPUBLIQUE DU COMNGO and the inscription on the banner across the bottom reads UNITE TRAVAIL PROGRES. Around the outside the inscription says REPUBLIQUE DU CONGO on the top and 500 FRANCS CFA on the bottom.
The Reverse side features two gorillas, an adult holding it's baby both facing forward. There is a decorative half moon design around the top outer rim. The inscription on the left says .999 SILVER and on the right ONE TROY OUNCE 2023.
Specifications
Year 2023
Purity .999
Manufacturer Scottsdale Mint
Diameter 39 mm
Thickness 3.2 mm
Edge Design Reeded
Condition Brilliant Uncirculated
Face Value 500 Francs
Issuing Country Republic of Congo
Metal Weight 1 Troy Ounce
Beautiful, the Scottsdale mint does such incredible work! Great coin!
Thanks, yeah man they do some great work.
Scottsdale is one of my favorite mints.
Hello @maddogmike what a beautiful coin! I love the gorilla holding her baby. What an adorable mother and baby! The back of the coat of arms is very decorative. Below is an image of the coat of arms and flag of the Republic of Congo in color and very beautiful! !BBH !CTP Barb 😊🌟🌟 Have a great rest of the week.
Coat Of Arms
Flag of the Republic of Congo
It is a nice peacefull design, some years have
an aggressive depiction which to me is very cool
also but it's nice to see a more natural design.
I agree the coat of arms has a good look to it
with some strong meaning also.
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Very cute well maybe it the big gorilla looks sort of scary
Yeah man, I wouldn't want to see the big one
go into protection mode over the little one.
Lol I just don't want to be around them anytime in the open unless I got a fully loaded automatic shotgun with a big old barrel mag and a Homer Simpson bear suit 🤣
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Awww... first time the gorilla isn't scary!!!!
I like it, @maddogmike !!!
It's not the first but it seems like
the aggressive depictions are more
common.
That's lovely
Thanks
That is a very nice looking coin, Mike! The details make the gorillas stand out.
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Most of the silverback series is like that, they have some good designs.
Yes, they do! Thanks again for sharing your collection, Mike.
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