© Cristiano Becker
© Cristiano Becker
1000 Kwacha Loggerhead Sea Turtle
2014 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 26 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Zambia |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Bank of Zambia |
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 1000 Kwacha 1000 ZMW = USD 38 |
| Currency | Kwacha (2013-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#405412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ENDANGERED ANIMAL SPECIES
LOGGERHEAD SEA TURTLE
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Kwacha (Loggerhead Sea Turtle) coin from Zambia is a unique and interesting coin due to its design. The coin features a Loggerhead Sea Turtle, which is a species of sea turtle that is native to the coastal regions of Zambia. The coin's design also includes an outline of the turtle's habitat, including coral reefs and seaweed, adding to its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the coin's silver plating and copper-nickel composition make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
