50 Lisente - Moshoeshoe II 1979-1989 front 50 Lisente - Moshoeshoe II 1979-1989 back
50 Lisente - Moshoeshoe II 1979-1989 photo
© Essor Prof

50 Lisente - Moshoeshoe II

 
Copper-nickel 5.5 g 25.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Lesotho
King
Moshoeshoe II (1966-1990, 1995-1996)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1979-1989
Value
50 Lisente 0.50 LSL = USD 0.029
Currency
Loti (1966-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5.5 g
Diameter
25.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#4428
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Equestrian and value

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LISENTE
50

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The coin features a portrait of King Moshoeshoe II, who was the paramount chief of the Basotho people and the head of state of Lesotho from 1966 until his death in 1996. He was known for his efforts to modernize Lesotho and promote its economic development, and his legacy continues to be celebrated in the country today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979  10000 - - - - - -
1980  10000 - - - - - -
1981  2500 - - - - - -
1983  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lisente - Moshoeshoe II 1979-1989 coin.