1000 Kwacha Zebra Crossing
2000 year| Silver (.859) | 28.9 g | 40.3 mm |
| Issuer | Zambia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 1000 Kwacha (1000 ZMK) |
| Currency | Kwacha (1968-2012) |
| Composition | Silver (.859) |
| Weight | 28.9 g |
| Diameter | 40.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 July 2013 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#195613 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Multicolor zebra crossing under protective acrylic, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* AFRICAN WILDLIFE *
1000
KWACHA
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Kwacha (Zebra Crossing) 2000 coin from Zambia is unique in that it features a zebra crossing a road, with the background of the coin resembling a traffic sign. This design was chosen to raise awareness about road safety and the importance of protecting wildlife habitats.
