© Essor Prof
© Essor Prof
1 Shilling
| Brass plated steel | 4.35 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kenya |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1963-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1995-1998 |
| Value | 1 Shilling 1 KES = USD 0.0078 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Brass plated steel |
| Weight | 4.35 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Bust of Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi, facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRESIDENT DANIEL TOROITICH ARAP MOI ·
Edge
Alternating smooth and reeded segments (four each).
Interesting fact
The 1 Shilling coin from Kenya features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion, while the reverse side features a portrait of a Maasai warrior. This design was chosen to reflect Kenya's cultural heritage and its reputation as a wildlife haven.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1997 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1998 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling 1995-1998 coin.
