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20 Shilingi
| Nickel plated steel | 13.10 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1990-1991 |
| Value | 20 Shilingi 20 TZS = USD 0.0073 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 13.10 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#316225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
African elephant or the African Bush elephant (Loxodonta africana)
walking right with calf. Lettering above, numeral below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SHILINGI ISHIRINI
· 20 ·
Translation: Twenty
Edge
Plain
Comment
KM#27.1 Diameter 32mmKM#27.2 Diameter 31mm
Interesting fact
The 20 Shilingi coin from Tanzania features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion, while the reverse side features a portrait of a Maasai warrior. This design was chosen to reflect Tanzania's cultural heritage and its commitment to wildlife conservation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1991 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Shilingi 1990-1991 coin.
