25 Pounds - 2nd Anniversary of Independence - Off-Metal Strike (1969)
Features
| Denomination | 25 Pounds |
| Weight (g) | 40 |
| Diameter (mm) | 50 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
REPUBLIC OF BIAFRA
1969
SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE
Description:
The obverse features the coat of arms of the Biafra, with a central shield with a rising sun and an eagle perched on a cow horn, supported by two leopards, The symbols represent the land, history, and military strength — the motto “Peace, Unity, Freedom” appears below, laurel wreath branches surround either side joined at the bottom by a knotted bow along the date of issue "1969". Country name "REPUBLIC OF BIAFRA" around above and the inscription identifies the theme "SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE" is inscribed close to the bottom rim.
REPUBLIC OF BIAFRA
1969
SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE
Description:
The obverse features the coat of arms of the Biafra, with a central shield with a rising sun and an eagle perched on a cow horn, supported by two leopards, The symbols represent the land, history, and military strength — the motto “Peace, Unity, Freedom” appears below, laurel wreath branches surround either side joined at the bottom by a knotted bow along the date of issue "1969". Country name "REPUBLIC OF BIAFRA" around above and the inscription identifies the theme "SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE" is inscribed close to the bottom rim.
Reverse
Lettering:
THE FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL **
SPES
TWENTYFIVE 25 POUNDS
Description:
The reverse features a majestic eagle, its wings spread in bold relief clutching scroll in the front of a rising sun framed by stylized horseshoe with words "THE FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL" surrounded by wheat ears and olive branch crossed elements below, symbolizing unity, strength, and national resilience. The denomination "TWENTYFIVE 25 POUNDS" is inscribed close to the bottom rim.
THE FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL **
SPES
TWENTYFIVE 25 POUNDS
Description:
The reverse features a majestic eagle, its wings spread in bold relief clutching scroll in the front of a rising sun framed by stylized horseshoe with words "THE FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL" surrounded by wheat ears and olive branch crossed elements below, symbolizing unity, strength, and national resilience. The denomination "TWENTYFIVE 25 POUNDS" is inscribed close to the bottom rim.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Unknown |