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1000 Meticais Visit of Pope John Paul II
1988 year| Copper-nickel | 28.4 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1975-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 1000 Meticais (1000 MZM) |
| Currency | Old metical (1980-2006) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.4 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#19610 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Bust of pope John Paul II right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAPA JOÃO PAULO II . VISITA A MOÇAMBIQUE
1988
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Meticais coin commemorating the visit of Pope John Paul II to Mozambique in 1988 is a unique piece in that it features a portrait of the Pope on one side and the coat of arms of Mozambique on the other. This design was specifically chosen to symbolize the connection between the Catholic Church and the country.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 80000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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