500 Francs - Year of the Rabbit, Colorized - Lunar Calendar (2011)
Features
| Denomination | 500 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 88 |
| 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:
兔
YEAR OF THE RABBIT
Description:
The obverse features an intimate pastoral scene with two vivid brown-and-white rabbits. A mother protectively beside her playful baby on grass, with dark and light blue tones blooming flowers and buds, creating a calm pastoral setting. Their soft fur, dark eyes, down ears, and gentle expressions are rendered in delicate color, conveying harmony and companionship. The scene is framed with ornate silver decorations — stylized blooming flowers. The background includes a sky at night with stars, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere. A Chinese character for “Rabbit” appears prominently on the right side, while a vertical inscription panel on the right displays “YEAR OF THE RABBIT” . The mirrored silver surface surrounding multiple angular, interlocking geometric lines on both sides adds depth and contrast to the colored design.
兔
YEAR OF THE RABBIT
Description:
The obverse features an intimate pastoral scene with two vivid brown-and-white rabbits. A mother protectively beside her playful baby on grass, with dark and light blue tones blooming flowers and buds, creating a calm pastoral setting. Their soft fur, dark eyes, down ears, and gentle expressions are rendered in delicate color, conveying harmony and companionship. The scene is framed with ornate silver decorations — stylized blooming flowers. The background includes a sky at night with stars, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere. A Chinese character for “Rabbit” appears prominently on the right side, while a vertical inscription panel on the right displays “YEAR OF THE RABBIT” . The mirrored silver surface surrounding multiple angular, interlocking geometric lines on both sides adds depth and contrast to the colored design.
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 |