10 Francs - Mwambutsa IV - Burundi Independence (1962)
Features
| Denomination | 10 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 2 |
| Weight (g) | 3.2 |
| Diameter (mm) | 19 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Gold (.900) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 474.9 |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
·MWAMBUTSA·IV·
·MWAMI·DU·BURUNDI·
Description:
The obverse features a finely sculpted left-facing portrait of Mwambutsa IV in uniform, wearing a military cap, and detailed facial features convey determination and strength with his name and inscription "·MWAMI·DU·BURUNDI·" meaning (king of Burundi) encircling the design.
·MWAMBUTSA·IV·
·MWAMI·DU·BURUNDI·
Description:
The obverse features a finely sculpted left-facing portrait of Mwambutsa IV in uniform, wearing a military cap, and detailed facial features convey determination and strength with his name and inscription "·MWAMI·DU·BURUNDI·" meaning (king of Burundi) encircling the design.
Reverse
Lettering:
·ROYAUME·DU·BURUNDI·INDEPENDANCE·1962·
ARGOR
10 FRANCS
Description:
The reverse displays the royal coat of arms of the Kingdom of Burundi, consisting of a shield surrounded by three spears. On the shield is the motto of the nation, as well as the head of a lion. Behind the shield there are three crossed traditional African spears. Topped by the royal karyenda drum and surrounded by two laurel branches. Under the shield the motto of Burundi appears on a scroll: in Hausa "GANZA SABWA" (NEW ISSUE').
·ROYAUME·DU·BURUNDI·INDEPENDANCE·1962·
ARGOR
10 FRANCS
Description:
The reverse displays the royal coat of arms of the Kingdom of Burundi, consisting of a shield surrounded by three spears. On the shield is the motto of the nation, as well as the head of a lion. Behind the shield there are three crossed traditional African spears. Topped by the royal karyenda drum and surrounded by two laurel branches. Under the shield the motto of Burundi appears on a scroll: in Hausa "GANZA SABWA" (NEW ISSUE').
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 ARGOR | 7,500 | ARGOR S.A., Proof | Unknown |