1968, Niger (Republic). Scarce Proof 10 Francs Lion Coin. Mint Year: 1968 Mintage: 1,000 pcs. Denomination: 10 Francs Reference: KM-8.1. Material: Silver (.900) Weight: 20.01gm Diameter: 36mm Niger or the Niger, officially the Republic of the Niger, is a landlocked country in Western Africa named after the Niger River. Niger is bordered by Libya to the northeast, Chad to th ...