5 Cents 1973 front 5 Cents 1973 back
5 Cents 1973 photo
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5 Cents

1973 year
Copper-nickel 3.0 g 19.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Zimbabwe › Rhodesia (1964-1979)
Period
Republic (1970-1979)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1973
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspRHD)
Currency
Dollar (1970-1980)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
19.3 mm
Thickness
1.62 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#11985
Rarity index
21%

Reverse

Lilly divides date, name at the top, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RHODESIA
19 73
T.S.
FIVE · CENTS

Engraver: Tommy Sasseen

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Cents 1973 coin from Zimbabwe (then known as Rhodesia) is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional African village, complete with huts and a communal meeting place, while the reverse side features a majestic elephant, a symbol of strength and resilience in African culture. This design was chosen to represent the country's rich cultural heritage and its connection to the natural world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973  10 - - - - - -

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