500 Francs - Maine Coon - Cats (2011)
Features
| Denomination | 500 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 58 |
| Weight (g) | 20 |
| Diameter (mm) | 40 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 53.2 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.34 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
MAINE COON
Description:
The obverse features a calm yet auspicious scene: portrays an alert light and dark brown blotched tabby and white Maine Coon cat seated proudly foreground two playful kittens within a wooden wheelbarrow one smiling and the other looking forward. Showcasing the breed's graceful body, large ears, expressive eyes, sleek long-haired coat, and long tail, small lush green grasses and low vegetation surround them, creating a restrained wildlife setting that keeps attention on the animal. In the background, vivid pink blooming flowers with lush green leaves, the bold cat name around the upper rim.
MAINE COON
Description:
The obverse features a calm yet auspicious scene: portrays an alert light and dark brown blotched tabby and white Maine Coon cat seated proudly foreground two playful kittens within a wooden wheelbarrow one smiling and the other looking forward. Showcasing the breed's graceful body, large ears, expressive eyes, sleek long-haired coat, and long tail, small lush green grasses and low vegetation surround them, creating a restrained wildlife setting that keeps attention on the animal. In the background, vivid pink blooming flowers with lush green leaves, the bold cat name around the upper rim.
Reverse
Lettering:
BANKI NKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWI - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANCA 500 MAGANA ATANU
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 "AMAFARANCA 500 MAGANA ATANU" below.
BANKI NKURU Y'U RWANDA
REPUBLIKA Y'U RWANDA
UBUMWI - UMURIMO - GUKUNDA IGIHUGU
AMAFARANCA 500 MAGANA ATANU
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 "AMAFARANCA 500 MAGANA ATANU" below.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3,000 | Württembergische Münzprägeanstalt Dr. Ising - Proof | Unknown |