1000 Francs - 400th anniversary of the English ship "Mayflower" - Nautical Ounce (2020)
Features
| Denomination | 1000 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 204 |
| Weight (g) | 93.3 |
| Diameter (mm) | 60 |
| Thickness (mm) | 6 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 248.16 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.68 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
NAUTICAL OUNCE
2020 3oz FINE SILVER 999
Mayflower
Description:
The reverse features the beautifully engraved of the iconic 17th-century vessel Mayflower under sail with its imposing wooden hull, high stern and distinctive projecting figurehead, displaying detailed rigging, masts, flags, sails, the ship’s hull, and multiple billowing square sails, while sculpted waves beneath the hull create a dramatic sense of movement against the compass rose at the upper left, surrounded by a map grid and navigational details in the background. A ribbon inscription reads “Mayflower,” 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 "2020 3oz FINE SILVER 999" along the right edge.
NAUTICAL OUNCE
2020 3oz FINE SILVER 999
Mayflower
Description:
The reverse features the beautifully engraved of the iconic 17th-century vessel Mayflower under sail with its imposing wooden hull, high stern and distinctive projecting figurehead, displaying detailed rigging, masts, flags, sails, the ship’s hull, and multiple billowing square sails, while sculpted waves beneath the hull create a dramatic sense of movement against the compass rose at the upper left, surrounded by a map grid and navigational details in the background. A ribbon inscription reads “Mayflower,” 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 "2020 3oz FINE SILVER 999" along the right edge.
Reverse
Lettering:
BANKI NIKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWE - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANGA 1000 IGIHUMBI
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 1000 IGIHUMBI" below.
BANKI NIKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWE - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANGA 1000 IGIHUMBI
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 1000 IGIHUMBI" below.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 500 | BH Mayer's German Mint, High Relief Antique Finish | Unknown |