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  • 1 Cent 1989-1999, KM# 1a, Zimbabwe
  • 1 Cent 1989-1999, KM# 1a, Zimbabwe
Obverse

Depicts the stone-carved Zimbabwe Bird, date below, name of the country above.

The stone-carved Zimbabwe Bird is the national emblem of Zimbabwe, appearing on the national flags and coats of arms of both Zimbabwe and Rhodesia, as well as on banknotes and coins. It probably represents the bateleur eagle or the African fish eagle. The bird's design is derived from a number of soapstone sculptures found in the ruins of the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe.

Engraver: Barry Stanton

ZIMBABWE
1997

Reverse

Value in a wreath of leaves of flame lily (Gloriosa superba) in a circle.

Engraver: Jeff Huntly

1

Edge

1 Cent

KM# 1a Schön# 55a
Characteristics
Material Bronze Plated Steel
Weight 3 g
Diameter 18.45 mm
Thickness 1.5 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Royal Mint

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