10 Dalasis (Independence) 1975 front 10 Dalasis (Independence) 1975 back
10 Dalasis (Independence) 1975 photo
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10 Dalasis Independence

1975 year
Silver (.500) 28.28 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
The Gambia
Period
Republic (1970-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1975
Value
10 Dalasis 10 GMD = USD 0.14
Currency
Dalasi (1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#24078
Rarity index
43%

Reverse

Coat of arms of The Gambia, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
INDEPENDENCE 1965-1975
PROGRESS PEACE PROSPERITY
10 DALASIS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 10 Dalasis (Independence) 1975 coin from The Gambia is interesting because it was minted to commemorate the country's independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on February 18, 1965. The coin's design features a portrait of the first president of The Gambia, Dawda Jawara, on the obverse, and a depiction of the country's national emblem, which includes a lion, a bird, and a cotton tree, on the reverse. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975  50000 - - - - - -

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