25 Rupees (The Victoria Cross) 1996 front 25 Rupees (The Victoria Cross) 1996 back
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25 Rupees The Victoria Cross

1996 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Seychelles
Period
Republic (1976-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
25 Rupees 25 SCR = USD 1.84
Currency
Rupee (1914-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
39 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#86613
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Soldiers with rifles and flag advancing right, with Victoria Cross to upper left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE VICTORIAN AGE
THE VICTORIA CROSS 1854
TWENTY-FIVE RUPEES

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Victoria Cross coin, minted in 1996, was issued to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Victoria Cross, which is the highest military decoration for valour in the face of the enemy given to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces. The coin's design features the iconic Victoria Cross medal, which is made of bronze and has a suspension bar inscribed with the words "For Valour." The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and military history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  10000 - - - - - -

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