Obverse © Ulmo – Reverse © Leandro.brito
Obverse © Ulmo – Reverse © Leandro.brito
1 Kwanza
| Copper-nickel | 3.91 g | 20.9 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1975-1992) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1978-1979 (1977-1979) |
| Value | 1 Kwanza (1 AOK) |
| Currency | Kwanza (1977-1990) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3.91 g |
| Diameter | 20.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 21 September 1990 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10424 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Large value, dots near rim
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
KWANZA
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first coins issued for the kwanza currency did not bear any date of issue, although all bore the date of independence, "11 de Novembro de 1975". They were in denominations of 50 lwei, 1, 2, 5 and 10 kwanzas. 20 kwanza coins were added in 1978. The last date to appear on these coins was 1979Despite having the date of Angola's independence, and not having a date of minting in the first year, it is considered a common circulation coin.
Interesting fact
The 1 Kwanza coin from Angola, produced between 1978 and 1979, has an interesting design feature. On the obverse side, the coin features a portrait of Agostinho Neto, the first president of Angola, who played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence. This design element serves as a symbol of Angola's rich history and its fight for self-determination.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1977) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1979 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Kwanza 1978-1979 (1977-1979) coin.
