Obverse: The obverse depicts a lion walking to the left, surrounded by the inscription République Démocratique du Congo, 10 Francs, 2005.
Reverse: The reverse shows Pope John Paul II praying beneath a cross, with the side inscription En mémoire de Karol Wojtyla 18.05.1920 – 02.04.2005 Pape Jean Paul II.
About the coin: This is a commemorative coin issued in 2005 by the Democratic Republic of Congo to honor Pope John Paul II (Karol Wojtyla). Struck in sterling silver (.925), it weighs about 25 g, with a diameter of 38.6 mm and a reeded edge. With a limited mintage of only about 3,000 pieces, the coin is rare and highly valued among collectors, particularly those interested in religious and memorial coinage.
