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10 Maloti - Moshoeshoe II International Year of the Child; Piedfort
1979 year| Silver (.925) | 56.56 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Lesotho |
|---|---|
| King | Moshoeshoe II (1966-1990, 1995-1996) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 10 Maloti 10 LSL = USD 0.57 |
| Currency | Loti (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 56.56 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Thickness | 4.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#126098 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Three Lesotho youths facing above value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD 1979
10
MALOTI
Comment
This coin is believed to be double the thickness and double the weight of the km#24Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Maloti - Moshoeshoe II (International Year of the Child; Piedfort) 1979 coin from Lesotho is that it was issued to commemorate the International Year of the Child, which was declared by the United Nations in 1979 to promote the rights and well-being of children around the world. The coin's design features an image of Moshoeshoe II, the former king of Lesotho, along with the United Nations logo and the inscription "International Year of the Child" in English and French. This coin is a unique and meaningful collector's item that highlights the importance of protecting and supporting children's rights.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Maloti - Moshoeshoe II (International Year of the Child; Piedfort) 1979 coin.
