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1 Shilling With legend
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 8 g | 27.8 mm |
| Issuer | Kenya |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1963-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1969-1978 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1 KES) |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Bust of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta facing left. Legend around the edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE FIRST PRESIDENT OF KENYA
· MZEE JOMO KENYATTA ·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Shilling coin from Kenya features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin features a portrait of President Jomo Kenyatta, the first president of Kenya, while the other side features a depiction of a traditional Maasai warrior, symbolizing the country's indigenous culture. This design was chosen to represent the country's diverse cultural heritage and to honor its founding father.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 15 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 24000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 13520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 40856000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling (With legend) 1969-1978 coin.
