Maldives 1978 25 rufiyaa

from the Mountain Groan Collection

This specimen was issued by the Maldives as part of the F.A.O. series. It was accompanied by a five rufiyaa featuring a lobster. The Maldives are an island group in the Indian Ocean; they were a protectorate of Britain 1887-1968. The natives make their living by fishing. This type was offered in 0.500 fine silver (shown here) and sterling silver (KM 58a) and gold (KM 58b).

Recorded mintage: 7,140 uncirculated strikes plus 2,000 silver proofs and 200 in gold.

Specification: 28.05 g, 0.500 fine silver, .450 troy oz ASW (same standard as a 1930's British crown).

Catalog reference: KM 58.

Source:

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

Link to:

• Maldives 1977 20 rufiyaa F.A.O.
• Maldives 1978 5 rufiyaa F.A.O.
• AH 1399/1979 20 rufiyaa, International Year of the Child, piedfort
• AH 1399/1979 100 rufiyaa, International Woman's Year
• AH 1404/1984 laari
• AH 1404/1984 5 laari
• AH 1404/1984 10 laari
• AH 1404/1984 25 laari
• AH 1404/1984 50 laari
• 1982 rufiyaa
• 1990 1000 rufiyaa, 25th anniversary of independence
• Coins and currency dated 1978
• return to coins of Maldives