1997 Democratic Republic of Congo 1 Centime Banknote – UNC / Crisp Uncirculated – Banque Centrale du Congo

1997 Democratic Republic of Congo 1 Centime Banknote – UNC / Crisp Uncirculated – Banque Centrale du Congo
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1997 Democratic Republic of Congo 1 Centime banknote is a beautifully designed low-denomination issue from the Banque Centrale du Congo, featuring vibrant color patterns and culturally significant imagery tied to Congo’s natural landscape and agricultural heritage.

The front of the note depicts Mount Nyiragongo, one of Africa’s most active volcanoes, alongside coffee branches symbolizing the nation’s important agricultural exports. The reverse showcases a finely engraved portrait of a Congolese woman harvesting coffee, representing economic life and traditional labor. Intricate geometric backgrounds, micro-printing, and layered guilloché patterns enhance both security and visual appeal.

This example appears in Crisp Uncirculated (UNC) condition, with strong color saturation, sharp detail, and no visible folds or heavy handling. A popular modern African issue, this note is highly collectible for world banknote enthusiasts, African currency collectors, and thematic collections focused on agriculture, volcanoes, or post-1990s monetary history.

Key Banknote Details

  • Country: Democratic Republic of Congo

  • Issuer: Banque Centrale du Congo

  • Denomination: 1 Centime

  • Year of Issue: 1997

  • Pick / Catalog Reference: KM / Pick type (varies by prefix)

  • Condition: UNC – Uncirculated

  • Obverse: Mount Nyiragongo volcano with coffee branch

  • Reverse: Female coffee harvester portrait

  • Security Features: Guilloché patterns, micro-text, detailed engraving

  • Serial Number: Visible and well-printed

  • Paper Type: Cotton-based banknote paper