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10 000 Meticais
2003 year| Bimetallic: stainless steel centre in brass ring | 8.04 g | 26.6 mm |
| Issuer | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2003 |
| Value | 10 000 Meticais (10 000 MZM) |
| Currency | Old metical (1980-2006) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: stainless steel centre in brass ring |
| Weight | 8.04 g |
| Diameter | 26.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#10326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Rhinoceros right within circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 000
METICAIS
Engraver: Michael Guilfoyle
Edge
Alternating smooth and reeded segments
Interesting fact
The 10,000 Meticais coin from Mozambique features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Mozambican woman wearing a colorful headscarf and carrying a basket of fruit. The other side of the coin features the national emblem of Mozambique, which includes a portrait of Samora Machel, the country's first president, surrounded by a wreath of maize leaves. This design was chosen to symbolize the country's strong agricultural tradition and its commitment to honoring its historical leaders.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 000 Meticais 2003 coin.
