10 Francs (World Cup in Japan 2002)
Democratic Republic of the Congo (1997-date) • 10 Francs • Silver (.925) • 2001
- Denomination
- 10 Francs
- Issuer
- Democratic Republic of the Congo (1997-date)
- Struck
- 2001
- Composition
- Silver (.925)
- Currency
- Franc
- Weight
- 25.83 g
- Diameter
- 40 mm
- Catalog refs
- KM 175
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Where it came from
This 10 Francs coin was minted in 2001 by the Democratic Republic of the Congo to commemorate the 2002 FIFA World Cup, which was jointly hosted by Japan and South Korea. During this period, the Congolese government frequently commissioned international private mints to produce various commemorative coins, a common practice for nations seeking to generate revenue through numismatic collectibles marketed toward global sports fans and thematic collectors.
The design typically features the official branding or thematic iconography associated with the 2002 tournament, rendered in the high-relief style characteristic of late 20th-century commemorative issues. While the artistry is functional and celebratory in nature, such pieces are generally viewed by the numismatic community as non-circulating legal tender intended specifically for the commemorative market rather than for daily commerce.
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