5 Francs (1956 - 1959)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 3 |
| Weight (g) | 2.2 |
| Diameter (mm) | 28 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Aluminum |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Joseph De Bruyn
Lettering:
BELGISCH CONGO BELGE
19 56
RUANDA-URUNDI
Description:
Crowned Coat of Arms divide date.
BELGISCH CONGO BELGE
19 56
RUANDA-URUNDI
Description:
Crowned Coat of Arms divide date.
Reverse
Engraved by Joseph De Bruyn
Lettering:
BANQUE CENTRALE
* 5 F *
CENTRALE BANK
D.B.
Description:
Oil palm divides denomination.
BANQUE CENTRALE
* 5 F *
CENTRALE BANK
D.B.
Description:
Oil palm divides denomination.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 DB | 10,000,000 | Common | |
| 1956 DB | Proof | Not Common | |
| 1958 DB | 26,110,000 | Common | |
| 1959 DB | 3,890,000 | Common |