5 Pula - 10th Anniversary of Independence (1976)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Pula |
| Catalog Number | KM# 9a |
| Weight (g) | 28.28 |
| Diameter (mm) | 38.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 3 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.925) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 69.65 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.37 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Stuart Devlin
Lettering:
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE 1966-1976
SIR SERETSE KHAMA
Description:
The obverse presents a large left-facing portrait of Sir Seretse Khama "the first President of Botswana", depicted with his recognizable bald head, defined facial profile, mustache, and short beard. The portrait is softly sculpted with smooth surfaces and subtle relief details. Along the rim appear inscriptions with Khama's name around below, while the dates 1966–1976 commemorate the 10th Anniversary of Independence.
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE 1966-1976
SIR SERETSE KHAMA
Description:
The obverse presents a large left-facing portrait of Sir Seretse Khama "the first President of Botswana", depicted with his recognizable bald head, defined facial profile, mustache, and short beard. The portrait is softly sculpted with smooth surfaces and subtle relief details. Along the rim appear inscriptions with Khama's name around below, while the dates 1966–1976 commemorate the 10th Anniversary of Independence.
Reverse
Engraved by Michael Hibbit
Lettering:
5 PULA
BOTSWANA
Description:
The obverse features a detailed engraving of the the National Assembly building, showcasing its classical façade with simple entrance staircase, rows of windows, arches, and the prominently raised national flag against dense ornamental trees, foliage, and mountain in the background, evoking the lush environment of Botswana. Above the building appears the face value and below the country name.
5 PULA
BOTSWANA
Description:
The obverse features a detailed engraving of the the National Assembly building, showcasing its classical façade with simple entrance staircase, rows of windows, arches, and the prominently raised national flag against dense ornamental trees, foliage, and mountain in the background, evoking the lush environment of Botswana. Above the building appears the face value and below the country name.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 20,000 | Royal Mint, Proof | Unknown |