Seychelles 6 coin set (1990-2012)

The wildlife and colonial heritage of the Seychelles The island paradise off the African east coast is home to unique animals and plants, some of which are honored with this complete coin set of the Seychellois Rupee. The richly detailed national coat of arms is featured on the obverses. The unusual arrangement includes a coco de mer palm tree, several animals, a European knight’s helmet, and the profound Latin phrase “Finis Coronat Opus” (The end crowns the work). The reverses of the coins depict a mud crab, a cassava plant, a yellowfin tuna, a Seychelles black parrot, a Triton’s trumpet and another coco de mer palm tree. – Maritime fauna and flora – Interesting national coat of arms – Traces of colonialism