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10 Escudos Independence; Gold
1985 year| Gold (.750) | 9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Cape Verde |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1975-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 10 Escudos (10 CVE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1975-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.750) |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 1995 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90958 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Letter design at center, star above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DECIMO ANIVERSARIO
CABO VERDE
1975 X 1985
Interesting fact
The 10 Escudos coin was issued to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Cape Verde's independence from Portugal, which was achieved on July 5, 1975. The coin's design features the national emblem of Cape Verde, which includes a shield with the country's flag, a bundle of arrows, and a star, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Amílcar Cabral, a prominent Cape Verdean nationalist leader who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Escudos (Independence; Gold) 1985 coin.
