1 Shilling
1968 year| Aluminium | - | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Biafra (Nigeria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1967-1970) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1967-1970) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#86376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Similar to KM3, without rope below eagle and textured palm trunk.Interesting fact
The Biafran shilling was introduced in 1968 as the official currency of the breakaway state of Biafra, which was formed during the Nigerian Civil War. The Pattern 1 Shilling coin was one of the coins introduced during this time, and it was made of aluminum. This coin features the image of a farmer on one side and the Biafran coat of arms on the other. It's interesting to note that the Biafran shilling was not recognized as legal tender by the Nigerian government, and its use was limited to the territories controlled by the secessionist state.
