Brief Seychelles History
A lengthy struggle between France and Great Britain for the islands ended in 1814, when they were ceded to the latter. Independence came in 1976. Socialist rule was brought to a close with a new constitution and free elections in 1993. President France-Albert RENE, who had served since 1977, was re-elected in 2001, but stepped down in 2004. Vice President James MICHEL took over the presidency and in July 2006 was elected to a new five-year term.

Seychelles Gold Coins
Seychelles only issued its own coins for the first time in 1976, at its independence. Its gold coins are commemorative pieces.
We describe illustrate and offer for sale gold coins of Seychelles including the 1976 independence commemorative 1,000 rupee which was issued as a proof as part of a nine coin set, and also in an ordinary uncirculated version.

Description
Obverse
A portrait of President Mancham, facing right, with the legend:-
REPUBLIC OF SEYCHELLES

Reverse
A large tortoise, above the value 1000 RUPEES, with the legend:
INDEPENDENCE 1976

Technical Specifications

Denomination	Diameter	Weight	Fineness	Gold Content
1,000 Rupees	28.40	15.9800	.9170	.4712

Notes on Table
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres.
Weight = Gross weight in grams.
Fineness = purity of gold alloy.
Gold Content = Actual gold content in troy ounces.

Prices & Availability
The prices quoted in the US $ column may be out of date due to currency fluctuations.

Date	Denomination	Description	Grade	Mintage	Availability	Price £	Price $
1976	1,000 Rupees	Independence	Proof, FDC, Complete with 8 Other Coins in Leather Case	1,000	Yes	£325	$650
1976	1,000 Rupees	Independence	Uncirculated	5,000	Ask	£	$

Postage & Packing
UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £6 per order
EU Insured Post £10 per order
USA Airmail $10 per order
USA Insured Shipping $20 per order

Seychelles Silver and Base Metal Coins
For silver and base metal coins of Seychelles, please look at our original Chard Coins website.

Coins Wanted
We make an active market in almost all world coins, gold or otherwise, including Seychelles gold coins. If you have any of these coins to sell, please contact us, or post them to us for appraisal and offer.