Cape Verde – 1976 – 2500 Escudos – 1st Anniversary of Independence – 7.2g Proof Gold Coin – PCGS PR66 CAM

Cape Verde – 1976 – 2500 Escudos – 1st Anniversary of Independence – Gold Proof – PCGS PR66 CAM

This Cape Verdean gold coin was issued in 1976 to commemorate the first anniversary of independence. It is therefore one of the island nation’s early modern gold commemorative coins, combining a clearly defined historical occasion with a high-quality proof finish.

The offered coin has been certified by PCGS with PR66 CAM . The cameo classification describes the visible contrast between reflective fields and frosted design areas. This gives the coin a clear proof appearance, but at the same time a slightly finer and less harsh contrast than a deep cameo issue.

This variant is particularly interesting for collectors because it not only documents the issue itself but also captures the specific surface characteristics. The combination of gold, proof quality, PCGS certification, and cameo contrast makes this 2500-escudo issue a unique collector’s item among modern African gold coins.

Technical data

• Country of issue: Cape Verde
• Year: 1976
• Face value: 2500 Escudos
• Occasion: 1st anniversary of independence
• Material: Gold
• Fineness: .900
• Weight: 8 g
• Fine weight: 7.2 g
• Minting quality: Proof
• Edition: 3,409 copies
• Certification: PCGS PR66 CAM
• Special feature: Cameo contrast

Motif

The front side shows the coat of arms of Cape Verde with the inscription REPUBLIK KAP VERDE and the face value 2500 ESCUDOS .

The reverse side shows a profile motif with the date and the inscription NATIONAL INDEPENDENCE – 5 JULY 1975 .