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Congo-Ruanda Urundi Coins

The recent monetary history of Congo-Rwanda Urundi is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes in the region. From colonial times to independence, the currency has evolved significantly, leaving a unique numismatic legacy.

Colonial period and transition

During the Belgian colonial period, the Congolese franc was the official currency in Congo-Rwanda Urundi. Issued by the Central Bank of Belgian Congo and Rwanda-Urundi, this franc circulated until independence in 1960. After the separation, Rwanda and Burundi adopted the Rwandan franc, while Congo (later Zaire) kept the Congolese franc, which later became the zaire.

Post-independence developments

In the following decades, hyperinflation severely affected the zaire, leading to the issuance of high denomination banknotes. In 1997, with the change of government, the Congolese franc was reintroduced. For its part, Rwanda has maintained the Rwandan franc, albeit with several redesigns. Collectors especially value the coins and banknotes of the transitional era, which reflect the turbulent history of the region.

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📢 Congo-Ruanda Urundi is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the Congo-Republic coins.

The most valuable coins

The most valuable Congo-Ruanda Urundi coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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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

5 francs

FO#12017 KM#1
Year: 1952
Weight: 7,30 g
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 27,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

50 centimes

FO#12018 KM#2
Year: 1954-1955
Weight: 0,67 g
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 18,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

5 francs

FO#12019 KM#3
Price: 2,48€
Year: 1956-1959
Weight: 2,20 g
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 26,20 mm
Edge: Ribbed

1 franc

FO#12020 KM#4
Price: 3,00€
Year: 1957-1960
Weight: 1,40 g
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 22,10 mm
Edge: Ribbed

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