1 Lilangeni - Sobhuza II Independence
1968 year| Gold (.917) | 33.9305 g | 32.4 mm |
| Issuer | Eswatini › Kingdom of Swaziland (1968-2018) |
|---|---|
| King | Sobhuza II (1968-1982) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 1 Lilangeni (1 SZL) |
| Currency | Lilangeni (1974-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 33.9305 g |
| Diameter | 32.4 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 February 2016 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE LILANGENI
1966
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Lilangeni - Sobhuza II (Independence) 1968 coin from Eswatini is that it was minted to commemorate the country's independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on September 6, 1968. The coin's design features a portrait of King Sobhuza II, who ruled the country from 1921 until his death in 1982, and the inscription "1 Lilangeni" and "Independence" in English and Swazi languages. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lilangeni - Sobhuza II (Independence) 1968 coin.
