1988 Mauritius Gold Bullion 1 Ounce Dodo Coin.
This gold coin is struck in 22 carat (.9167) fineness and was issued by the Royal Mint on behalf of Mauritius.
Discovered by the Portuguese in 1505, Mauritius was subsequently held by the Dutch, French, and British before independence was attained in 1968. It has one of Africa's highest per capita incomes.
Mauritius was formerly part of Isles de France et de Bourbon under French rule. Mauritius passed to British rule in 1814 and became independent in 1968.
Although there were British coins struck for Mauritius as early as 1822, these were undated, and had their legends (inscriptions) in French.
The first modern gold coinage was issued in 1971.
Portrait of Sir Anerood Jugnauth, Mauritian politician.
MAURITIUS THE Rt HON SIR ANEROOD JUGNAUTH PC QC KCMG
A Mauritian flycatcher standing on its nest, with the legend (inscription):
MAURITIUS 1000 RUPEES
Metal | Gold |
Weight / Size | 1 Ounce |
Gold Weight Troy Ounces | 1 |
Fineness / Carat | 0.917 / 22 |
Date | 1988 |
Obverse Designer | Unknown |
Reverse Designer | Roelandt Savery |
Mint / Brand | The Royal Mint |
Country | Mauritius |
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Bullion coins are provided as is and on occasion may have some minor scratches or edge knocks. These are not regarded as faulty or damaged goods as their precious metal content and value as a bullion coin is not affected. Any coin sold for a value less than a 180% intrinsic is considered a bullion coin.
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