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1000 Kwacha Giraffes
2000 year| - | 20.00 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | Zambia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 1000 Kwacha (1000 ZMK) |
| Currency | Kwacha (1968-2012) |
| Weight | 20.00 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 July 2013 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#366566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GIRAFFA CAMELOPARDALIS
ENDANGERED WILDLIFE
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Kwacha (Giraffes) 2000 coin from Zambia features a unique design that showcases two giraffes standing next to each other, with their long necks stretching up towards the top of the coin. This design was created by the Zambian artist, Gracious M. Mwape, and it is said to symbolize the country's rich wildlife heritage and the importance of conservation efforts.
