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5 Cents Without legend
| Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | 5.6 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kenya |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1963-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1966-1968 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 KES) |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Weight | 5.6 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.58 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#2636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Bust of the first president of Kenya Mzee Jomo Kenyatta facing left. Without legend.
Engraver: Norman Sillman
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Cents coin from Kenya (1966-1968) is that it was made of a unique alloy called Nickel brass, which is a combination of 79% Copper, 20% Zinc, and 1% Nickel. This alloy was specifically chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coins that were intended to be used extensively in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 27 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1967 | 9600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Without legend) 1966-1968 coin.