1000 Kwacha (African Hippo) 2014 front 1000 Kwacha (African Hippo) 2014 back
1000 Kwacha (African Hippo) 2014 photo
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1000 Kwacha African Hippo

2014 year
Nordic gold plated stainless steel 29 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Zambia
Period
Republic (1964-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2014
Value
1000 Kwacha 1000 ZMW = USD 38
Currency
Kwacha (2013-date)
Composition
Nordic gold plated stainless steel
Weight
29 g
Diameter
40 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#330565
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Two African Hippo.
Date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AFRICAN WILDLIFE
African HIPPO
2014

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Part of a 10-coin 2014 "African Wildlife" set struck by Ceca de Montesclaros

Interesting fact

The African Hippo coin is a unique and rare coin that features a stunning design of a hippopotamus, which is one of the most iconic animals in Africa. The coin's design is so detailed that it even features the hippo's distinctive barrel-shaped body and its short legs. The coin's gold plating adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a truly eye-catching piece.