Cape Verde 1982 2-1/2 escudos

from the Mountain Groan Collection

Unlike Angola and Mozambique, Cape Verde obtained its independence in 1975 with little bloodshed. Since independence, Cape Verde has been ruled by the same political party which controls Guinea-Bissau on the mainland; they are de facto united. This type was struck in 1977, 1980 and 1982 as part of the F.A.O. series. Issues of this denomination (KM 28, 31, 36) after 1994 have been struck in nickel-plated steel.

Recorded mintage: unknown but common.

Specification: 7 g, nickel bronze, 26 mm diameter.

Catalog reference: KM 18.

Source:

• Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-2000, 47th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.

Link to:

• 1977 2½ escudos, F.A.O.
• 1980 escudo
• 1982 10 escudos
• 1982 20 escudos
• 1984 50 escudos, World Fisheries Conference
• 1985 escudo, anniversary of independence
• Coins and currency dated 1982