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5 Escudos
1973 year| Copper-nickel | 7 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea (1910-1975) |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1973 |
| Value | 5 Escudos |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1975) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#10607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Shield on lined circle at center of cross
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA·PORTUGUESA
·1973·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Escudos 1973 coin from Guinea-Bissau is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Guinea-Bissauan woman wearing a colorful headdress and carrying a basket of fruit, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a fish, which is a symbol of the country's rich marine life and fishing industry. The coin's design was created by the Portuguese artist, José Joaquim, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Escudos 1973 coin.
