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Congo Banknote 50 francs 2013 DIM 40 AED

Name: Congo Banknote 50 francs 2013 DIM 40 AED
Price: 40 AED
Availability: InStock

AED 40

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Item Details

Age

10+ years

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Used an average amount, as frequently as would be expected

Posted on: 30th March 2026

Description

🧾 General Information
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩
Issuing Authority: Banque Centrale du Congo (Central Bank of Congo)
Denomination: 50 Francs
Date on Note: 30 June 2013
Catalog Reference: Pick #97b
Serial Number: KE0948476A
Grading: 68 EPQ (Superb Gem Uncirculated)
EPQ = Exceptional Paper Quality (original, crisp paper)
🎨 Front (Obverse) Design
Main Portrait:
Traditional African sculpture-style head (symbolizing Congolese cultural heritage)
Dominant Colors:
Brown, reddish, and light orange tones
Text:
“BANQUE CENTRALE DU CONGO”
Denomination Display:
“50 FRANCS” shown multiple times (left, center, and right)
Central Emblem:
Stylized “BC” (Banque Centrale) logo inside geometric patterns
Signature:
Governor’s signature printed at lower right
Date:
30.06.2013 printed under signature
🔐 Security Features
Watermark Area:
Visible blank/light area on right side for watermark
Microprinting:
Fine repeating text patterns across background
Geometric Patterns:
Anti-counterfeiting designs with intricate lines
Security Thread (embedded):
Typically present (may be subtle in image)
Serial Numbers:
Printed twice (horizontal + vertical in red)
🧩 Design Details
Repeating background text referencing:
“République Démocratique du Congo”
Complex guilloche (fine line) patterns
Circular “50” medallion on right side
Clean margins and sharp print → confirms high grade
💎 Condition (Important)
Grade: 68 EPQ
Nearly perfect note
No folds, no creases
Sharp corners
Original paper quality intact

👉 This is collector-grade, not just regular circulation money.

💰 Collector Value (Approximate)
Typical market range for this grade:
$15 – $40 USD
Value depends on:
Demand
Serial number (yours is normal, not special)
Certification (DIM slab adds credibility)
📦 Holder / Certification
Encapsulated by DIM Currency
Label confirms:
Grade
Serial number
Issue type
⭐ Summary

This is a modern Congolese 50 Francs note (2013) in exceptional condition (68 EPQ).
It is highly collectible due to its condition and attractive cultural design, even though it is not rare.