500 Francs - Russian blue - Cats (2011)
Features
| Denomination | 500 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 87 |
| 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:
RUSSIAN BLUE
Description:
The colorized obverse portrays two playful and curious kittens, playing with a vivid violet wool ball with another vivid blue one beside in a wicker basket and skeins of thread on a reddish brown bed, their mother seated proudly protectively beside them, showcasing the breed's solid blue coat, graceful body, large ears, expressive vivid emerald green eyes, sleek short coat, and long tail. The background includes large lush green coconut leaves, the bold cat name around the upper rim.
RUSSIAN BLUE
Description:
The colorized obverse portrays two playful and curious kittens, playing with a vivid violet wool ball with another vivid blue one beside in a wicker basket and skeins of thread on a reddish brown bed, their mother seated proudly protectively beside them, showcasing the breed's solid blue coat, graceful body, large ears, expressive vivid emerald green eyes, sleek short coat, and long tail. The background includes large lush green coconut 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 |