Congo set of 24 coins Historical Automobiles Collection CuNi coins 2002 - 2003

The Republic of Congo, 2002–2003, Historical Automobiles Collection is an impressive complete set of 24 coins dedicated to the golden age of motoring. This collection pays tribute to legendary automobiles that shaped the early history of the automotive industry, capturing the elegance, innovation, and craftsmanship of vehicles from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Each coin presents a finely detailed vintage car rendered in a classic sepia-toned style, evoking the atmosphere of early roads, pioneering engineers, and the birth of modern transport.

The obverses display individual historic models with remarkable precision: distinctive body shapes, spoked wheels, open cabins, headlights, radiators, and early coachwork designs. Each vehicle is accompanied by its model name and year, framed by the inscription Automobiles Historiques, emphasizing the educational and historical nature of the series. The collection includes famous marques and milestones of automotive evolution, highlighting technological progress and design diversity across different countries and eras.

The reverses feature a powerful heraldic lion standing in profile, symbolizing strength and heritage, surrounded by the inscription Republique Democratique du Congo and the denomination of 10 Francs. Struck in copper-nickel with prooflike surfaces, these coins offer a harmonious blend of numismatic value and industrial history. This complete 24-coin set is an excellent choice for collectors of transportation themes, classic cars, and world coin collections, offering a coherent and visually captivating journey through automotive history.

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