5 Pula (Gemsbok) 1978 front 5 Pula (Gemsbok) 1978 back
5 Pula (Gemsbok) 1978 photo
© whitegandalf

5 Pula Gemsbok

1978 year
Silver (.500) 28.30 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Botswana
Period
Republic (1966-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1978
Value
5 Pula (5&nbspBWP)
Currency
Pula (1976-date)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
28.30 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 July 2014
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#46476
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Gemsbok left, denomination above

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
PULA

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Differ from KM11a in the Silver (Ag) purity, km11 = 0,500 Ag, km11a = 0,925 Ag

Interesting fact

The 5 Pula (Gemsbok) 1978 coin from Botswana features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife heritage. The coin's obverse side features an image of a gemsbok, a species of antelope that is native to the savannas of southern Africa, while the reverse side features an image of a baobab tree, which is a symbol of longevity and vitality in many African cultures. The coin's design was created by the renowned South African artist, Tommy Steyn, who is known for his work on various coins and stamps.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1978  - - - - - -

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