© Cristiano Becker
© Cristiano Becker
1000 Kwacha Pygmy Hippopotamus
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#405403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HIPOPOTAM KARŁOWATY
PYGMY HIPPOPOTAMUS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Kwacha (Pygmy Hippopotamus) coin from Zambia is unique in that it features a rarely seen animal on a coin, the Pygmy Hippopotamus. This animal is native to Zambia and is considered an endangered species. The coin's design highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect this magnificent creature and its habitat.
