A FRIEND IN NEED - CASSIUS MARCELLUS COLLIDGE- 2.5 OZ 999 Ag, 750 g 999 Zn, 120 g 999 Cu 10000 FR REPUBLIC OF CHAD 2024

A FRIEND IN NEED - CASSIUS MARCELLUS COLLIDGE- 2.5 OZ 999 Ag, 750 g 999 Zn, 120 g 999 Cu 10000 CFA FRANCS REPUBLIC OF CHAD 2024

"A Friend in Need" – 2.5 oz Silver Coin 2024, Chad – A Tribute to the Most Iconic Dogs Playing Poker Painting

Cassius Marcellus Coolidge’s legendary 1903 painting “A Friend in Need” comes to life in this stunning 2.5 oz silver coin issued by the Republic of Chad in 2024. Featuring the beloved scene of seven anthropomorphic dogs engaged in a spirited game of poker—complete with a covert card handoff—the coin captures humor, nostalgia, and subtle human commentary.

Made from 999 fine silver, enhanced with pure zinc and copper, this limited-edition piece combines artistic detail with cultural symbolism. Each dog is sculpted with expressive features, set in a warm palette that evokes the cozy atmosphere of early 20th-century masculine leisure.

Specifications:

• Year of Issue: 2024

• Issuing Country: Chad

• Face Value: 10,000 Francs CFA

• Weight: 2.5 oz (999 Ag), 750g (999 Zn), 120g (999 Cu)

• Size: 165 x 125 mm

• Mintage: Only 399 pieces

• Includes engraved serial number and Certificate of Authenticity

A striking fusion of collectible art and Americana, this coin is a charming reminder of friendship, loyalty—and a bit of cheeky mischief.