Reverse In the central part, an artistic depiction of a running zebra - the national symbol of Botswana. Above it, a two-line inscription in English: '1 PULA'.
Obverse In the central part, the coat of arms of the Republic of Botswana. Above it, the country name in English: 'BOTSWANA'. Below it, the year of issue: 1976. In the lower part, along the edge of the coin, an inscription in English: 'IPELEGENG' - independence.