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1 Dollar Goddess of Mercy
2000 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Sierra Leone |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1996-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Dollar (1997-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#84627 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Goddess of Mercy within clouds
$1
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Edge
Reeded
Comment
There are four Chinese characters to the left of Goddess, but I cannot decipher themSimilar to 10 Dollars KM#178
Interesting fact
The 1 Dollar (Goddess of Mercy) 2000 coin from Sierra Leone features an image of Kuan Yin, the Buddhist goddess of mercy, on its obverse side. Kuan Yin is a symbol of compassion and kindness in Buddhism, and her image is often depicted in art and literature as a deity with multiple arms and eyes, representing her ability to see and help all beings. The inclusion of Kuan Yin on this coin highlights the cultural and religious diversity of Sierra Leone, and serves as a unique representation of the country's rich history and heritage.
