200 Rupees - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1971 front 200 Rupees - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1971 back
200 Rupees - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1971 photo
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200 Rupees - Elizabeth II Independence

1971 year
Gold (.917) 15.56 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Mauritius
Queen
Elizabeth II (1968-1992)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1971
Value
200 Rupees 200 MUR = USD 4.30
Currency
Rupee (1835-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
15.56 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#13853
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Couple in the forest.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MAURITIUS INDEPENDENCE
· 200 RUPEES ·

Designer: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Mauritius' independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on March 12, 1968. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Mauritian flag on the other, symbolizing the country's transition from a British colony to an independent nation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  750 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Rupees - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1971 coin.