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1 Sente - Moshoeshoe II
| Nickel brass | 1.5 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Lesotho |
|---|---|
| King | Moshoeshoe II (1966-1990, 1995-1996) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1979-1989 |
| Value | 1 Sente 0.01 LSL = USD 0.00057 |
| Currency | Loti (1966-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#4430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Basotho hat and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
SENTE
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Sente coin featuring Moshoeshoe II, issued from 1979 to 1989, was the first coin of its denomination to be introduced in Lesotho. It was also the first coin to feature the image of Moshoeshoe II, who was the king of Lesotho from 1966 until his death in 1990. The coin's design was created by the renowned South African artist, Tommy Steyn, and it features a portrait of Moshoeshoe II on the obverse side, with the country's coat of arms on the reverse side.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1985 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Sente - Moshoeshoe II 1979-1989 coin.