10 Shilingi
| Copper-nickel | 9.7 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1987-1989 |
| Value | 10 Shilingi 10 TZS = USD 0.0037 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9.7 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#9989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
The coat of arms of Tanzania comprises a warrior’s shield which bears a golden portion with a torch on the upper part followed underneath by the flag of Tanzania, then a red part with crossed axe and hoe, wavy bands are at the bottom. A spear stands in the middle. The shield stands upon the representation of Mount Kilimanjaro. Elephant tusks are supported by a man and a woman, with a clove bush at the feet of the man and a cotton bush at the feet of the woman. The United Republic motto – Uhuru na Umoja – is written in Swahili and means "Freedom and Unity".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SHILINGI KUMI 1987
UHURU NA UMOJA
10
Translation:
TEN SHILLINGS
FREEDOM AND UNITY
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Julius Nyerere: Tanzanian politician, founding father of Tanzania, President of Tanzania from the date of the country's foundation, in 1964, until his retirement, in 1985. He is considered one of the greatest historical figures of the Twentieth Century and one of the two most important personalities of modern Africa together with Nelson Mandela.Interesting fact
The 10 Shilingi coin from Tanzania features a portrait of Julius Nyerere, the country's first president, on its obverse side. Nyerere was a prominent figure in Tanzanian history and played a key role in the country's struggle for independence from British colonial rule. He served as president from 1964 until 1985 and is remembered for his efforts to promote unity and stability in the country.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Shilingi 1987-1989 coin.
