Equatorial Guinea 1000 bipkwele Royal Visit Piefort SP66 PCGS copper coin 1980

This impressive 1000 bipkwele copper coin from Equatorial Guinea, issued around 1980, commemorates the Royal Visit of the Spanish monarchs, marking an important historical moment in the relationship between Spain and Equatorial Guinea. Struck as a piedfort issue and certified SP66RD DCAM by PCGS, it features exceptional quality with deep mirrored fields and rich red copper luster.

The obverse displays conjoined portraits of the Spanish king and queen facing left, rendered in fine detail with smooth contours and refined engraving. Surrounding the portraits is the inscription “SS.MM. LOS REYES DE ESPAÑA VISITAN GUINEA,” along with the date “DICIEMBRE 1979,” marking the occasion of the visit. The design is framed by a precise beaded border.

The reverse features the coat of arms of Equatorial Guinea, with a central shield depicting a silk-cotton tree beneath a row of stars. Below, a ribbon bears the national motto “UNIDAD PAZ JUSTICIA.” The surrounding inscription reads “REPUBLICA DE GUINEA ECUATORIAL,” along with the denomination “1000 BIPKWELE” and the metal purity “0.925.”

Struck in a thick piedfort format, this coin stands out for its weighty presence and sharp detail. A historically significant and visually appealing issue, it is an excellent addition to collections of African or commemorative coinage.

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