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10 Escudos

1966 year
Silver (.680) 5 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Mozambique
Period
Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1975)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1966
Value
10 Escudos
Currency
Escudo (1911-1974)
Composition
Silver (.680)
Weight
5 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#16658
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Portuguese coat of arms within a globe on Order of Christ cross, date at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPÚBLICA·PORTUGUESA
·1966·

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Escudos 1966 coin from Mozambique is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Samora Machel, the first president of Mozambique, who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence from Portugal. The reverse side features a representation of a traditional Mozambican village, complete with huts and palm trees, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage. This coin is a valuable collector's item for numismatists and historians interested in African history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1966  500000 - - - - - -

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