© African Coins
© African Coins
5 Ngwee
| Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc) | 2.83 g | 19.4 mm |
| Issuer | Zambia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1968-1987 |
| Value | 5 Ngwee (0.05 ZMK) |
| Currency | Kwacha (1968-2012) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 July 2013 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#3515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Turbina corymbosa, a type of Morning Glory, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIVE 5 NGWEE
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Due to high inflation starting in the late 1980s, these coins fell out of circulation by 1992.
Coins dated 1968 were minted in 1967.
Of the coins dated 1972, 6,000,000 were minted in 1972, 2,000,000 in 1973, and 2,000,000 in 1975.
Of the coins dated 1987, 6,000,000 in 1990.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ngwee coin from Zambia is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Zambian hut, while the reverse side features a representation of the country's famous Victoria Falls. This design was chosen to symbolize the connection between Zambia's past and present, as well as its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 4000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 24000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Ngwee 1968-1987 coin.
