2021 Republic of Congo 1000 Francs 1 oz Silver Shoebill Stork
Who needs a swan, when you've got this awesomely intimidating and prehistoric looking bird? This is the first release in Scottsdale Mint's Shoebill Stork series, featuring this unique and elusive bird. Add to your bird collection today!
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Coin highlights
- Contains 1 oz of .999 fine Silver.
- Maximum mintage of 50,000 coins.
- Each coin comes in protective packaging. Multiples of 20 ship in tubes.
- Obverse: Features the Republic of Congo crest along with denomination of 1000 Francs CFA.
- Reverse: Depicts the head and torso of an adult shoebill stork facing the viewer with an almost angry look. Also displays the metal content, weight and year of issue.Display your Silver coin in style by adding a beautiful presentation box to your order. Bird watchers and coin collectors alike will appreciate this unique coin featuring one of the coolest and rarest birds in the world. Add this beautiful limited mintage coin to your collection today! Shoebill Stork The shoebill gets its name from the shape of its large bill being similar in size and shape to that of a standard shoe. At full height, the adult stork stands up to 5 feet tall and has a wingspan of 8 feet. Their appearance is reminiscent of a prehistoric dinosaur or ancient terror bird. Found primarily in the wetlands of East Africa, the "king of the swamps" is a solitary bird that uses its massive beak to hunt prey. These birds are known for the rapid clicking of their beaks, which can sound like machine gun fire in the distance. With habitat loss and hunting, these birds are becoming increasingly endangered.
Specifications
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Year | 2021 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 1,000 Francs |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 1.0000 troy oz |
| Purity | .999 |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
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