© Essor Prof
© Essor Prof
1 Shilling Without legend
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 7.9 g | 27.8 mm |
| Issuer | Kenya |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1963-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1966-1968 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1 KES) |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 7.9 g |
| Diameter | 27.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.55 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Bust of president Mzee Jomo Kenyatta facing left. Without legend.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Shilling coin from Kenya, which was minted between 1966 and 1968, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of a lion, while the reverse side features a depiction of a leopard. This design was chosen to reflect Kenya's reputation as a wildlife haven and to promote the country's tourism industry.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 27 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1967 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling (Without legend) 1966-1968 coin.
