500 Maloti - Moshoeshoe II - Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana - Royal Family (1981)
Features
| Denomination | 500 Maloti |
| Catalog Number | KM# 57 |
| Weight (g) | 33.93 |
| Diameter (mm) | 36 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Gold (.917) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 5130.57 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 31.01 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
KINGDOM OF LESOTHO
KHOTSO PULA NALA
ONE QUINCE FINE GOLD 500 MALOTI
Description:
The obverse presents the crowned coat of arms of the Kingdom of Lesotho, featuring a koena (crocodile) on a Basotho shield. This is the symbol of the dynasty of Lesotho's largest ethnicity, the Bakoena. Behind the shield there are two crossed weapons, an assegai (lance) and a knobkierie (club). To the left and right of the shield are supporters of the shield, two Basotho horses. In the foreground there is a ribbon with the national motto of Lesotho: KHOTSO PULA NALA (Sesotho, to English: Peace, Rain, Prosperity), complete with denomination below. The country name around above, while the denomination 500 Maloti "right" and the weight, purity, and metal content ONE QUINCE FINE GOLD" left" are inscribed close to the bottom rim.
KINGDOM OF LESOTHO
KHOTSO PULA NALA
ONE QUINCE FINE GOLD 500 MALOTI
Description:
The obverse presents the crowned coat of arms of the Kingdom of Lesotho, featuring a koena (crocodile) on a Basotho shield. This is the symbol of the dynasty of Lesotho's largest ethnicity, the Bakoena. Behind the shield there are two crossed weapons, an assegai (lance) and a knobkierie (club). To the left and right of the shield are supporters of the shield, two Basotho horses. In the foreground there is a ribbon with the national motto of Lesotho: KHOTSO PULA NALA (Sesotho, to English: Peace, Rain, Prosperity), complete with denomination below. The country name around above, while the denomination 500 Maloti "right" and the weight, purity, and metal content ONE QUINCE FINE GOLD" left" are inscribed close to the bottom rim.
Reverse
Lettering:
ROYAL WEDDING
29ᵀᴴ JULY 1981
Description:
The reverse presents finely sculpted conjoined portraits of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, facing left beneath a beaded border. Every detail, from Diana’s iconic hairstyle to Charles’s profile, is rendered with remarkable precision, emphasizing the artistry of the Proof strike. Produced in silver with a stunning Proof finish, the coin displays deeply mirrored fields and frosted relief that highlight the royal portraits. The commemorative date 29 July 1981 appears below the portraits, while two elegant blooming flowers frame the design, enhancing its balanced appearance.
ROYAL WEDDING
29ᵀᴴ JULY 1981
Description:
The reverse presents finely sculpted conjoined portraits of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, facing left beneath a beaded border. Every detail, from Diana’s iconic hairstyle to Charles’s profile, is rendered with remarkable precision, emphasizing the artistry of the Proof strike. Produced in silver with a stunning Proof finish, the coin displays deeply mirrored fields and frosted relief that highlight the royal portraits. The commemorative date 29 July 1981 appears below the portraits, while two elegant blooming flowers frame the design, enhancing its balanced appearance.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Proof | Unknown |