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5000 Kwacha Elephant, Partially gilded
2003 year| Silver (.999) (Partially gilded) | 31.1 g | 38.5 mm |
| Issuer | Zambia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2003 |
| Value | 5000 Kwacha (5000 ZMK) |
| Currency | Kwacha (1968-2012) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (Partially gilded) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 July 2013 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#120318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Two gilded elephants.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • AFRICAN WILDLIFE • ELEPHANT • 1oz Ag 999
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5000 Kwacha (Elephant, Partially gilded) 2003 coin from Zambia is that it features a unique partially gilded design, with the elephant image being partially covered in 24-karat gold. This adds an extra layer of beauty and collectibility to the coin, making it a sought-after item among numismatists and coin collectors.
