20 Shilingi (Independence) ND (1981) front 20 Shilingi (Independence) ND (1981) back
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20 Shilingi Independence ND

1981 year
Copper-nickel 16 g 34.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Tanzania
Period
Republic (1964-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1981
Value
20 Shilingi 20 TZS = USD 0.0073
Currency
Shilling (1966-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
16 g
Diameter
34.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#12544
Rarity index
34%

Reverse

Coat of arms, value below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MIAKA ISHIRINI YA UHURU 1961-1981
20
SHILINGI ISHIRINI

Translation:
Twenty Years of Indipendance 1961-1981
20
Twenty Shillings

Designer: Philip Nathan

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 20 Shilingi (Independence) coin from Tanzania, issued in 1981, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On the obverse side of the coin, there's an image of a traditional Tanzanian woman, dressed in a colorful garment, holding a basket of fruit. This design was meant to symbolize the country's strong agricultural heritage and the important role that women play in Tanzanian society.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1981)  997000 - - - - - -

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