10 Cents - Sobhuza II 1974-1979 front 10 Cents - Sobhuza II 1974-1979 back
10 Cents - Sobhuza II 1974-1979 photo
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10 Cents - Sobhuza II

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 3.7 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Eswatini › Kingdom of Swaziland (1968-2018)
King
Sobhuza II (1968-1982)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1974-1979
Value
10 Cents (0.10&nbspSZL)
Currency
Lilangeni (1974-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Scalloped (with 8 notches)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 February 2016
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#9229
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Sugar cane and face valueAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
CENTS
1974

Engraver: Michael Rizzello

Edge

Plain

Comment

Of the proof coins dated 1974, 6,144 were minted in 1974 and 8,058 were minted in 1975.

Interesting fact

The 10 cents coin featuring King Sobhuza II, minted between 1974 and 1979, was the first coin to be introduced in the newly independent Kingdom of Swaziland (now known as Eswatini). It was made of copper-nickel, weighing 3.7 grams, and had a unique design that showcased the country's rich cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1974  13000 - - - - - -
1979  10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - Sobhuza II 1974-1979 coin.