10 Rupees - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1971 front 10 Rupees - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1971 back
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10 Rupees - Elizabeth II Independence

1971 year
Copper-nickel 17.6 g 35.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Mauritius
Queen
Elizabeth II (1968-1992)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1971
Value
10 Rupees (10&nbspMUR)
Currency
Rupee (1835-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
17.6 g
Diameter
35.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#20767
Rarity index
32%

Reverse

Dodo bird

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MAURITIUS INDEPENDENCE
· 10 RUPEES ·

Engraver: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Rupees - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1971 coin from Mauritius is that it was issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Mauritius' independence from British colonial rule. The coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Mauritian flag on the other, symbolizing the country's transition from a British colony to an independent nation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  50000 - - - - - -

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