1 Maloti - Moshoeshoe II - FAO (1969)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Maloti |
| Catalog Number | KM# 8 |
| Weight (g) | 4.06 |
| Diameter (mm) | 19 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Gold (.917) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 613.91 |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
* LESOTHO 1969 *
* MOSHOESHOE *
Description:
The obverse features a right-facing portrait of King Moshoeshoe II wearing traditional attire, an ornate patterned headband with feather, braided hair and a neck ornament, surrounded by the legend accompanied by date "LESOTHO 1969" and his name below the image.
* LESOTHO 1969 *
* MOSHOESHOE *
Description:
The obverse features a right-facing portrait of King Moshoeshoe II wearing traditional attire, an ornate patterned headband with feather, braided hair and a neck ornament, surrounded by the legend accompanied by date "LESOTHO 1969" and his name below the image.
Reverse
Lettering:
⋆ F.A.O. KHOTSO PULA NALA ⋆
⋆ 1 MALOTI ⋆
Description:
The reverse features an equestrian portrait of Basotho shepherd riding side-saddle on Basotho Pony horseback, wrapped in traditional wool blankets and wearing rubber boots on the rugged mountain terrain of Lesotho, embodying the resilience and heritage of this highland nation. The surrounding Latin legend "F.A.O. KHOTSO PULA NALA" around above and denomination below along two stars on both sides with the mint mark.
⋆ F.A.O. KHOTSO PULA NALA ⋆
⋆ 1 MALOTI ⋆
Description:
The reverse features an equestrian portrait of Basotho shepherd riding side-saddle on Basotho Pony horseback, wrapped in traditional wool blankets and wearing rubber boots on the rugged mountain terrain of Lesotho, embodying the resilience and heritage of this highland nation. The surrounding Latin legend "F.A.O. KHOTSO PULA NALA" around above and denomination below along two stars on both sides with the mint mark.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 A | 3,000 | Paris Mint, Proof | Unknown |