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500 Rupees "Dodo" Gold Bullion
1988 year| Gold (.917) | 17.025 g | 27.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1968-1992) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 500 Rupees 500 MUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Rupee (1835-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 17.025 g |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#369059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A Dodo bird, as it is represented in the painting of Roelandt Savery
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 1988 · THE DODO · Rs.500 ·
1/2 · OUNCE FINE GOLD
Engraver: Roelandt Savery
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The "Dodo" Gold Bullion coin from Mauritius, issued in 1988, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which is designed to resemble a dodo bird's nest. This distinctive feature sets it apart from other coins and makes it a fascinating collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
