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4 Riels Cryptocleidus
1993 year| Copper-nickel | 12.7 g | 32.8 mm |
| Issuer | Cambodia |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Cambodia (1990-1993) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 4 Riels 4 KHR = USD 0.00098 |
| Currency | Second riel (1979-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.7 g |
| Diameter | 32.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#55568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Prehistoric Animal
Lettering:
PREHISTORIC ANIMALS
1993
Cryptocleidus
Comment
Cryptoclidus (/krɪptoʊˈklaɪdəs/ krip-toh-KLY-dəs) is a genus of plesiosaur reptile from the Middle Jurassic period of England, France, and Cuba. Cryptoclidus was a plesiosaur whose specimens include adult and juvenile skeletons, and remains which have been found in various degrees of preservation in England, Northern France, Russia, and South America. Its name, meaning "hidden clavicles", refer to its small, practically invisible clavicles buried in its front limb girdle.The type species was initially described as Plesiosaurus eurymerus by Phillips (1871). The species name "wide femur" refers to the forelimb, which was mistaken for a hindlimb at the time.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design, showcasing a dinosaur (Cryptocleidus) on one side and the Cambodian coat of arms on the other. This coin is a part of a limited edition series, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and dinosaur enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Riels (Cryptocleidus) 1993 coin.
