In Chinese zodiac year 2012 was the year of the dragon. It is obvious that on this occasion a lot of theme Asian coins were issued. But commemorating this in African Togo may surprise. This is not the first time when precious coins from about come from Dark Continent. Let’s take a closer look at this one.
A dragon from African soil ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20460%20460'%3E%3C/svg%3E)
Togolese Republic is rather a small country in the west of Africa. In 2012 a unique 1500-franc coin was emitted for its needs. Because 2 ounces of silver were applied, the weight is precisely 62,2 grams. Fineness? Highest, because it’s 999/1000.
Uniqueness of this coins reflects in its unusual design. Lunar amber is the heart of the coin, it is placed in the middle and draws attention with a vivid image of a dragon, which looks straight in the eyes from the 50-millimetre coin.
Customers of our online numismatic shop will certainly be glad about the small mintage of 999 units, which means that value will constantly rise. The set includes exclusive box and certificate of authenticity. The coin from Togo will certainly fit in your collection. In can be also a gift or an investment.
Special features:
Coin from Togo, year 2012
Limited mintage (999 units)
Collectors’ box included in a set
2 ounces, so over 60 grams of pure silver
Lunar amber as an addition