100 Francs - 100th anniversary of Sedov launched - Nautical Ounce (2021)
Features
| Denomination | 100 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 219 |
| Weight (g) | 31.1035 |
| Diameter (mm) | 40 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Gold (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 5123.74 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.07 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
NAUTICAL OUNCE
2021 1oz FINE GOLD 999
Sedov
Description:
The reverse depicts the majestically STS Sedov, formerly Magdalene Vinnen II, a four-masted steel barque sailing forward, with meticulous details of its towering rigging, masts, flags, sails, the ship’s hull and fully spread sails, cutting through dynamic across stylized ocean waves conveying motion and life at sea and maritime strength against the compass rose at the upper left, surrounded by a map grid and navigational details in the background. A ribbon inscription reads “Sedov,” and an inset medallion features Sea nautical navigation instruments "sextant, , divider, sailor compass, metal spyglass" all within a circle surrounded by the text identifying the series "African Ounce" left while the metal, weight and purity accompanied by the date "2021 1oz FINE GOLD 999" along the right edge.
NAUTICAL OUNCE
2021 1oz FINE GOLD 999
Sedov
Description:
The reverse depicts the majestically STS Sedov, formerly Magdalene Vinnen II, a four-masted steel barque sailing forward, with meticulous details of its towering rigging, masts, flags, sails, the ship’s hull and fully spread sails, cutting through dynamic across stylized ocean waves conveying motion and life at sea and maritime strength against the compass rose at the upper left, surrounded by a map grid and navigational details in the background. A ribbon inscription reads “Sedov,” and an inset medallion features Sea nautical navigation instruments "sextant, , divider, sailor compass, metal spyglass" all within a circle surrounded by the text identifying the series "African Ounce" left while the metal, weight and purity accompanied by the date "2021 1oz FINE GOLD 999" along the right edge.
Reverse
Lettering:
BANKI NKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWI - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANGA 100 IJANA
Description:
The coat of arms of Rwanda used shows, the central tribal devices, a stem of sorghum, a branch of a coffee tree and a traditional basket are surmounted on a cogwheel with the sun with its rays above, while two typical Rwandan shields protects them, one on the right and one on the left. They are encircled by a square knot. The text reads "Republic of Rwanda – Unity, Work, Patriotism" in Kinyarwanda. The surrounding inscription reads "BANKI · NASIYONALI · YU · RWANDA" (to English: National Bank of Rwanda) while the denomination "AMAFARANGA 100 IJANA" below.
BANKI NKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWI - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANGA 100 IJANA
Description:
The coat of arms of Rwanda used shows, the central tribal devices, a stem of sorghum, a branch of a coffee tree and a traditional basket are surmounted on a cogwheel with the sun with its rays above, while two typical Rwandan shields protects them, one on the right and one on the left. They are encircled by a square knot. The text reads "Republic of Rwanda – Unity, Work, Patriotism" in Kinyarwanda. The surrounding inscription reads "BANKI · NASIYONALI · YU · RWANDA" (to English: National Bank of Rwanda) while the denomination "AMAFARANGA 100 IJANA" below.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 100 | BH Mayer's German Mint, BU | Unknown |