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5 Emalangeni - Sobhuza II 75 Anniversary of the King
1974 year| Silver (.925) | 10.300 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Eswatini › Kingdom of Swaziland (1968-2018) |
|---|---|
| King | Sobhuza II (1968-1982) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1974 |
| Value | 5 Emalangeni (5 SZL) |
| Currency | Lilangeni (1974-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 10.300 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 8 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 February 2016 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#97605 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Building And Emblem
Script: Latin
Lettering:
H.M.75th ANNIVERSARY
1974
ONE WORLD FOR ALL
5
EMALANGENI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Emalangeni - Sobhuza II (75 Anniversary of the King) 1974 coin from Eswatini is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Sobhuza II, while the reverse side features a traditional Swazi hut and a livestock enclosure, which symbolizes the country's agricultural and livestock heritage. The coin's design was created by the renowned South African artist, Tommy Steyn, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
