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500 Meticais Giraffe
1990 year| Silver (.999) | 16 g | 38.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1975-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 500 Meticais (500 MZM) |
| Currency | Old metical (1980-2006) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 38.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#19612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Giraffe eating tree leaves and calf grazing.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GIRAFA
1990
DEFESA DA NATUREZA
Interesting fact
The 500 Meticais (Giraffe) coin from Mozambique, minted in 1990, is a unique coin that features a giraffe on its obverse side. The coin was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Mozambique's independence, and its design was inspired by the country's rich wildlife heritage. The coin's reverse side features the country's coat of arms and the inscription "Republica Popular de Mozambique" (People's Republic of Mozambique). The coin's silver content and unique design make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Meticais (Giraffe) 1990 coin.
