© Essor Prof
© Essor Prof
1 Escudo FAO
| Nickel brass | 4.1 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cape Verde |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1975-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1977-1980 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (1 CVE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1975-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1995 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Student at desk
Script: Latin
Lettering: ESTUDAR APRENDER SEMPRE
Translation: Learning through Studying (Education)
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Escudo (FAO) coin from Cape Verde, issued from 1977 to 1980, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized representation of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by crops and trees. This design was chosen to highlight the importance of agriculture in Cape Verde's economy and to commemorate the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which was established in 1945 to promote global food security and sustainable agriculture practices.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Escudo (FAO) 1977-1980 coin.
