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5 Shilingi
| Copper-nickel | 8.3 g | 27.53 mm |
| Issuer | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1987-1989 |
| Value | 5 Shilingi 5 TZS = USD 0.0018 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8.3 g |
| Diameter | 27.53 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Decagonal (10-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#11615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Value within centre circle, food sources in four frames surrounding
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SHILINGI
5
TANO
Translation: Five
Designer: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Segmented reeding
Interesting fact
The 5 Shilingi coin from Tanzania features a portrait of Julius Nyerere, the country's first president, on its obverse side. Nyerere was a prominent figure in Tanzanian history and played a key role in the country's struggle for independence from British colonial rule. He served as president from 1964 until 1985 and is widely respected for his efforts to promote unity and stability in the country.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Shilingi 1987-1989 coin.
