10 Maloti (Coronation of King Letsie III) 1997 front 10 Maloti (Coronation of King Letsie III) 1997 back
10 Maloti (Coronation of King Letsie III) 1997 photo
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10 Maloti Coronation of King Letsie III

1997 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Lesotho
King
Moshoeshoe II (1966-1990, 1995-1996)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
10 Maloti 10 LSL = USD 0.57
Currency
Loti (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#217462
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Portrait of King Letsie III looking left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
H.M. KING LETSIE III. CORONATION
. 31ST OCTOBER 1997 .

Interesting fact

The 10 Maloti coin (Coronation of King Letsie III) 1997 from Lesotho is a unique and interesting coin because it was issued to commemorate the coronation of King Letsie III, who was the reigning monarch of Lesotho from 1996 to 2017. The coin's design features an image of the king in ceremonial attire, surrounded by symbols of Basotho culture and tradition. Additionally, the coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  500 - - - - - -

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