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5 Escudos Contra Bruxas
1994 year| Copper plated steel | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Cape Verde |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1975-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 5 Escudos 5 CVE = USD 0.050 |
| Currency | Escudo (1975-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated steel |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Flowers - Contra Bruxas
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Campanula jacobaea Webb
CONTRA BRUXAS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Escudos (Contra Bruxas) coin from Cape Verde, issued in 1994, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural beliefs and practices. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a traditional Cape Verdean woman, while the reverse side features a image of a witch doctor, also known as a "bruxa," who is believed to have the power to protect against evil spirits. This design was chosen to highlight the importance of traditional beliefs and practices in Cape Verdean culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Escudos (Contra Bruxas) 1994 coin.
