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20 Sant - Ali II
1908 year| Nickel (100%) | 4.86 g | 20.37 mm |
| Issuer | Zanzibar (Tanzania) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Ali bin Hamud (1902-1911) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1908 |
| Value | 20 Cents (0.20 ZZR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1908-1935) |
| Composition | Nickel (100%) |
| Weight | 4.86 g |
| Diameter | 20.37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#34538 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
سنت
२०
٢٠
1908
Translation:
20 Sent
1908
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Sant - Ali II 1908 coin from Zanzibar (Tanzania) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and colonial influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Sultan Ali II, while the reverse side features a depiction of a dhow, a traditional Arab sailing vessel, along with the coin's denomination and year of issue. This blend of Islamic and colonial elements reflects Zanzibar's rich history as a crossroads of cultures and trade routes in the Indian Ocean.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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