50 Francs - Black rhinoceros - African ounce (2012)
Features
| Denomination | 50 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 37 |
| Weight (g) | 31.1035 |
| Diameter (mm) | 40 |
| Thickness (mm) | 3 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 82.73 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.03 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
AFRICAN OUNCE 2012
1oz FINE SILVER 999
Description:
The obverse features a highly detailed topographical map-style design of the the African continent, featuring textured terrain, rivers arranged in relief. The lower-left field highlights a compelling wildlife scene featuring a young Black rhinoceros calf dominates the foreground, stepping through shallow water, while a large adult Black rhinoceros follow behind on uneven grassy terrain ground. The animals are rendered in high relief with massive body, prominent shoulder hump, textured folds, and distinctive double horns are sculpted in frosted relief against deeply mirrored black Proof fields. Fine grass tufts beneath its feet add realism. The dramatic contrast enhances the strength and presence of the animal all within a circle surrounded by the text identifying the series "African Ounce" left while the metal, weight and purity accompanied by the date "2012 1oz FINE SILVER 999" along the right edge.
AFRICAN OUNCE 2012
1oz FINE SILVER 999
Description:
The obverse features a highly detailed topographical map-style design of the the African continent, featuring textured terrain, rivers arranged in relief. The lower-left field highlights a compelling wildlife scene featuring a young Black rhinoceros calf dominates the foreground, stepping through shallow water, while a large adult Black rhinoceros follow behind on uneven grassy terrain ground. The animals are rendered in high relief with massive body, prominent shoulder hump, textured folds, and distinctive double horns are sculpted in frosted relief against deeply mirrored black Proof fields. Fine grass tufts beneath its feet add realism. The dramatic contrast enhances the strength and presence of the animal all within a circle surrounded by the text identifying the series "African Ounce" left while the metal, weight and purity accompanied by the date "2012 1oz FINE SILVER 999" along the right edge.
Reverse
Lettering:
BANKI NKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWI - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANGA 50 MIRONGO ITANU
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 50 MIRONGO ITANU" below.
BANKI NKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWI - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANGA 50 MIRONGO ITANU
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 50 MIRONGO ITANU" below.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5,000 | BH Mayer's German Mint, BU | Unknown |