Congo 240 francs St. Petersburg Monuments Admiralty Ships silver coin 2011

The Congo 240 francs “Monuments of St. Petersburg – Admiralty Ships” silver coin, issued in 2011, is a striking numismatic homage to one of the most recognizable symbols of Russia’s imperial capital and its long-standing maritime tradition. The Admiralty building, historically linked with shipbuilding and naval power, represents St. Petersburg as the cradle of Russian seafaring culture and architectural elegance.

The reverse combines classical sculpture and urban architecture in a carefully structured composition. On the left, a sculptural relief depicts classical allegorical figures with raised arms, echoing ancient motifs of guardianship, victory, and continuity of civilization. On the right, the Admiralty building is presented with selective colorization, highlighting its yellow façade, arched entrance, decorative details, and the famous slender spire crowned with a ship-shaped weathervane. A clock motif appears near the rim, reinforcing the sense of history and time. The inscription “Monuments of St. Petersburg” curves along the edge, framing the scene.

The obverse displays the emblem of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, featuring a powerful leopard head flanked by crossed symbols and banners bearing the national values of Justice, Travail, and Paix. The country name and denomination of 240 francs complete the design within polished fields. Struck in .999 fine silver with a proof-quality finish, this coin is an elegant collectible for admirers of world monuments, maritime history, and architectural-themed silver issues.

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