© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
5 Rupees Royal Wedding
1999 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Seychelles |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1976-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 5 Rupees 5 SCR = USD 0.37 |
| Currency | Rupee (1914-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#81833 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Two mirrored doves, carrying monograms E and S (E above S) , surrounded by main legend. Value at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
The Wedding of the Prince Edward & Miss Sophie Rhys-Jones
5
Rupees
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Rupees (Royal Wedding) 1999 coin from Seychelles features a unique double portrait of Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys-Jones, who were married on June 19, 1999. This is the first time that a double portrait of a royal couple has been featured on a coin.
