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  • 25 Cents 1996-2004, KM# 141a, Sri Lanka
  • 25 Cents 1996-2004, KM# 141a, Sri Lanka
Obverse

The national emblem of Sri Lanka. The current emblem has been in use since 1972.

The emblem features a gold lion passant, holding a sword in its right fore paw in the centre on a maroon background surrounded by golden petals of a Blue Lotus the national flower of the country. This is placed on top of a traditional grain vase that sprouts sheaves of rice grains that circle the border reflecting prosperity. The crest is the Dharmacakra, symbolizing the country's foremost place for Buddhism and just rule. Traditional Sinhalese heraldic symbols for the sun and the moon form the supporters.

Reverse

Value above designs within wreath.

ශ්‍රී ලංකා
25
සත චිසිපහ
இருபத்தைநது ௧தம
TWENTY FIVE CENTS
2002

Edge

25 Cents

KM# 141a Schön# 79a
Characteristics
Material Nickel Clad Steel
Weight 3.24 g
Diameter 18 mm
Thickness 1.95 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal

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