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1 Shilingi
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 8 g | 27.74 mm |
| Issuer | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1966-1984 |
| Value | 1 Shilingi 1 TZS = USD 0.00037 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.74 mm |
| Thickness | 1.62 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#2868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Hand holding torch to the left with the denomination in words above and in numerals below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SHILINGI MOJA
1
Translation:
ONE SHILINGI
1
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Julius Nyerere: Tanzanian politician, founding father of Tanzania, President of Tanzania from the date of the country's foundation, in 1964, until his retirement, in 1985. He is considered one of the greatest historical figures of the Twentieth Century and one of the two most important personalities of modern Africa together with Nelson Mandela.Of the circulation coins dated 1966, 3,000,000 were minted in 1965 and 45,000,000 were minted in 1966.
Interesting fact
The 1 Shilingi coin from Tanzania was designed by the renowned sculptor and medallist, Christopher Ironside. He was a prominent artist in the field of numismatics and his designs have been featured on many coins and medals around the world. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of President Julius Nyerere, who was the first President of Tanzania and served from 1964 to 1985. The reverse of the coin features a depiction of a traditional Tanzanian hut, surrounded by a wreath of leaves. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's rich cultural heritage and its commitment to traditional values.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 5500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1982 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilingi 1966-1984 coin.
