1 Franc - Pattern (1964)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Franc |
| Weight (g) | 3 |
| Diameter (mm) | 21 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.25 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper-Nickel |
| Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
| Trial Strike |
Obverse
Engraved by Carlos Van Dionant
Lettering:
UN · FRANC
1
REPUBLIQUE RWANDAISE
LIBERTE - COOPERATION - PROGRES
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.
A cornucopia (the logo of the Paris Mint) on the right. An owl (privy mark of Raymond Joly, Chief Engraver at the Paris Mint from 1958 to 1974) on the left. G.B.L. Bazor signature above.
UN · FRANC
1
REPUBLIQUE RWANDAISE
LIBERTE - COOPERATION - PROGRES
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.
A cornucopia (the logo of the Paris Mint) on the right. An owl (privy mark of Raymond Joly, Chief Engraver at the Paris Mint from 1958 to 1974) on the left. G.B.L. Bazor signature above.
Reverse
Engraved by Carlos Van Dionant
Lettering:
BANQUE · NATIONALE · DU · RWANDA
CVD
ESSAI
· 1964 ·
Description:
The reverse features a portrait of a first President of Rwanda Grégoire Kayibanda facing above, quarter right, highlighting his partially bald head, short tightly curled hair, intense facial expression, and sharply modeled facial contours. The surrounding inscription reads "BANKI · NASIYONALI · YU · RWANDA" (to English: National Bank of Rwanda) while the year of issue "1964" below. ESSAI next to the image.
BANQUE · NATIONALE · DU · RWANDA
CVD
ESSAI
· 1964 ·
Description:
The reverse features a portrait of a first President of Rwanda Grégoire Kayibanda facing above, quarter right, highlighting his partially bald head, short tightly curled hair, intense facial expression, and sharply modeled facial contours. The surrounding inscription reads "BANKI · NASIYONALI · YU · RWANDA" (to English: National Bank of Rwanda) while the year of issue "1964" below. ESSAI next to the image.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Paris Mint | Unknown |