Congo-Rep. Democratic Coins
The Democratic Republic of Congo has a complex and fascinating monetary history. Currently, the official currency is the Congolese franc, which was introduced in 1997 after years of hyperinflation. The country's numismatics reflect its turbulent political and economic history, with various issues and changes over time.
Monetary history
Prior to independence in 1960, Congo used the Belgian Congolese franc. After independence, the Congolese franc was introduced, which was replaced in 1967 by the zaïre during the Mobutu Sese Seko regime. The zaïre suffered a severe devaluation due to hyperinflation, which led to the reintroduction of the Congolese franc in 1997.
Numismatic milestones
Among the relevant facts in Congolese numismatics are the issuance of commemorative coins during the Mobutu regime, including gold and silver pieces. In recent times, the Central Bank of Congo has issued collector coins with local fauna and flora themes, as well as series dedicated to gorilla conservation, reflecting the country's rich biodiversity and conservation efforts.
| Country | Congo-Rep. Democratic |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Congolese franc (CDF) |
| 1€ | 3.021,04Fr |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital city | Kinshasa |
| ISO2 | CD |
| ISO3 | COD |
| Catalogued coins | 19 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Congo-Rep. Democratic coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
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Coin Catalog
10 francs
10 sengis
1 likuta
5 makuta
50 centimes (Soccer)
25 centimes (Weasel)
25 centimes (Ram)
50 centimes (FAO - Giraffe)
50 centimes (Gorilla)
50 centimes (Butterfly)
1 franc (Turtle)
1 franc (Hen)
25 centimes (Wild dog)
50 centimes (Verney L. Camereon)
1 franc (25th Anniversary of the Visit of Pope John Paul II)
1 franc (25th Anniversary of the Visit of Pope John Paul II)
1 franc (25th Anniversary of the Visit of Pope John Paul II)
1 franc (25th Anniversary of the Visit of Pope John Paul II)
5 francs (Pink Fish)
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