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2 Shillings
1966 year| Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc) | 11.31 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | Zambia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1966 |
| Value | 2 Shillings (⅒) |
| Currency | Pound (1964-1968) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc) |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1968 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#11544 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 30% |
Reverse
Bohor Reedbuck over value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 S
TWO
SHILLINGS
Edge
Alternating smooth and reeded segments
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1966 Zambian 2 Shillings coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of President Kenneth Kaunda, who played a significant role in Zambia's struggle for independence. The reverse side features a traditional African hut and a baobab tree, which are symbols of the country's rural life and natural resources. The coin's design was created by the renowned British artist and sculptor, Edgar D. F. B. Myers, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 60 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Shillings 1966 coin.
