1 Shilling (Non-magnetic) 1966-1975 front 1 Shilling (Non-magnetic) 1966-1975 back
1 Shilling (Non-magnetic) 1966-1975 photo
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1 Shilling Non-magnetic

 
Copper-nickel 6.674 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Uganda
Period
Republic (1962-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1966-1975
Value
1 Shilling (1&nbspUGS)
Currency
Shilling (1966-1987)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
6.674 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#3781
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

Flower-like ornament around standing grey crowned crane (Balearica regulorum), facing left, mountains in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· BANK OF UGANDA ·
ONE
SHILLING
1966

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Shilling coin from Uganda was designed by the renowned British artist and sculptor, Christopher Ironside. He also designed several other coins for different countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, and Hong Kong.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1966  8250 - - - - - -
1968  10000000 - - - - - -
1972  4040000 - - - - - -
1975  15500000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling (Non-magnetic) 1966-1975 coin.