20 Francs - Pattern (1977)
Features
| Denomination | 20 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# E6 |
| Weight (g) | 8 |
| Diameter (mm) | 27 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Brass |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.01 |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
| Trial Strike |
Obverse
Lettering:
BANQUE · NATIONALE · DU · RWANDA
ESSAI
·1977·
Description:
The obverse features a large cluster of unripe banana bunch hanging from a textured stalk on a banana tree with broad, lush leaves frame the cluster, ended by banana blossom, or heart, showing the teardrop shaped banana inflorescence bud which will become the fruits, each individual fruits are smooth, curved. The surrounding inscription reads "BANQUE · NATIONALE · DU · RWANDA" (to English: National Bank of Rwanda) while the year of issue "1977" above. Essai at the right side.
BANQUE · NATIONALE · DU · RWANDA
ESSAI
·1977·
Description:
The obverse features a large cluster of unripe banana bunch hanging from a textured stalk on a banana tree with broad, lush leaves frame the cluster, ended by banana blossom, or heart, showing the teardrop shaped banana inflorescence bud which will become the fruits, each individual fruits are smooth, curved. The surrounding inscription reads "BANQUE · NATIONALE · DU · RWANDA" (to English: National Bank of Rwanda) while the year of issue "1977" above. Essai at the right side.
Reverse
Lettering:
20
VINGT FRANCS
RÉPUBLIQUE RWANDAISE
LIBERTÉ · COOPÉRATION · PROGRÈS
Description:
The coat of arms of Rwanda used (1962 - 2001) shows a trophy of two national flags. In the middle. On a central a dove as a symbol of peace over a shield contained a hoe and a sickle (representing agriculture and labor) along with a bow and arrow surrounding by the name of the country in French language "RÈPUBLIQUE RWANDAISE", with the national motto "LIBERTÈ - COOPÈRATION - PROGRÈS". above an olive branch within a traditional banner.
20
VINGT FRANCS
RÉPUBLIQUE RWANDAISE
LIBERTÉ · COOPÉRATION · PROGRÈS
Description:
The coat of arms of Rwanda used (1962 - 2001) shows a trophy of two national flags. In the middle. On a central a dove as a symbol of peace over a shield contained a hoe and a sickle (representing agriculture and labor) along with a bow and arrow surrounding by the name of the country in French language "RÈPUBLIQUE RWANDAISE", with the national motto "LIBERTÈ - COOPÈRATION - PROGRÈS". above an olive branch within a traditional banner.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 A | Paris Mint | Unknown |