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2 Maloti - Moshoeshoe II Independence Attained
| Issuer | Lesotho |
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| Year | 1966 |
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| Value | 2 Maloti |
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| Reverse description | The national arms of Lesotho displayed centrally, featuring a shield supported by two rearing horses on either side, with a Basotho warrior on horseback appearing above the shield. A ribbon scroll at the base of the arms bears the national motto 'KHOTSO PULA NALA'. The denomination '2 MALOTI' is inscribed in the field below the arms, flanked by small decorative stars, with the date '1966' appearing in the lower exergue. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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Lesotho gained independence from Britain on October 4, 1966, making it one of the last Southern African territories to do so under relatively peaceful terms — a deliberate contrast to the armed conflicts unfolding across the continent. This gold issue was struck specifically for the independence occasion, not for circulation, and forms part of a matched commemorative set that included denominations from 2 to 40 Maloti.
Moshoeshoe II, the namesake king, had been placed under house arrest by the British just months before independence for political intransigence. He was released in time to preside over the ceremonies.