Burundi – 1962 – 100 Francs – Independence 1962 – Mwambutsa IV – Gold – Proof – NGC PF68 Cameo

Burundi – 1962 – 100 Francs – Independence 1962 – Mwambutsa IV – Gold – Proof – NGC PF68 Cameo

This Burundian gold coin from 1962 was issued to commemorate independence , thus documenting a pivotal historical turning point for the country. As such, the issue is not only thematically well-defined but also numismatically particularly attractive, being a large-format gold coin in proof quality .

The obverse depicts Mwambutsa IV in uniform, and the inscription further emphasizes his status as monarch. The reverse features the national coat of arms , accompanied by the dedication to the independence of 1962 and the face value of 100 francs , thus clearly indicating both the occasion and the denomination on the coin.

This specimen was graded PF68 Cameo by NGC . This results in an exceptionally high-quality proof coin, in which the cameo contrast with matte reliefs and mirrored fields appears particularly clear, not least due to the secure preservation in the original NGC holder.

Highlights

• Gold-proof edition commemorating Burundi’s independence, 1962

• Portrait of Mwambutsa IV and state coat of arms

• Face value 100 francs

• NGC-certified: PF68 Cameo

• Fine weight (AWG): 28.80 g

• Delivered in the original NGC holder

Certification

• Grading: NGC PF68 Cameo

• Certificate number: 2801838-004

• Verification link: https://www.ngccoin.com/certlookup/2801838-004/

Technical data

• Country: Burundi

• Year: 1962

• Face value: 100 francs

• Topic: Independence 1962

• Metal: Gold

• Fineness: 900/1000

• Weight: 32,00 g

• Fine weight (AWG): 28.80 g

• Minting quality: Proof

• Obverse motif: portrait of Mwambutsa IV

• Reverse design: State coat of arms, Independence 1962, face value 100 francs

• Preservation: NGC PF68 Cameo