Obverse: the obverse features the coat of arms of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including a leopard head, spear and elephant tusk. The inscription “RÉPUBLIQUE DÉMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO” surrounds the design, while the ribbons bear the national motto “JUSTICE”, “PAIX” and “TRAVAIL”. The denomination “20 FRANCS” and the weight and purity “1 oz Ag 999.9” appear below, with the year “2021” displayed on either side of the coat of arms.
Reverse: the reverse depicts a bald eagle in flight with its wings fully spread. Mountains and clouds form the background, while a globe motif appears at the bottom. The inscription “THE BALD EAGLE” is shown above and “WORLD'S WILDLIFE” below.
About the coin: this silver coin is part of the “World's Wildlife” series, dedicated to remarkable wildlife species from around the world. The 2021 issue features the bald eagle, a bird of prey native to North America and one of the most recognizable symbols of the United States. Issued by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the coin is struck from 999.9 fine silver, weighs 1 troy ounce and has a face value of 20 francs.
