© Peter Tompkins
© Peter Tompkins
50 Rupees Conservation
1978 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Seychelles |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Seychelles |
| Period | Republic (1976-date) |
| Period | Republic (1976-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 50 Rupees (50 SCR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1914-date) |
| Value | 50 Rupees (50 SCR) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Technique | Milled |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46477 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Squirrel fish
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
RUPEES
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1978 Seychelles 50 Rupees Conservation coin is a unique piece that features a beautiful depiction of a giant tortoise on its obverse side. This design was chosen to raise awareness about the conservation efforts for the species, which is native to the islands of Seychelles. The coin's reverse side features the coat of arms of Seychelles, along with the inscription "Conservation 1978" and the coin's denomination. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to promote environmental awareness and conservation efforts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 4281 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Rupees (Conservation) 1978 coin.
