© tolnomur (CC BY-NC-SA)
© tolnomur (CC BY-NC-SA)
5 Shilingi Independence ND
1971 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 13.6 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1971 |
| Value | 5 Shilingi 5 TZS = USD 0.0018 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 13.6 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Decagonal (10-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#9715 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Bananas, cereals, cow
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SHILINGI
5
TANO
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Segmented Reeding (per side; 5 each reeded & plain)
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 5 Shilingi (Independence) coin from Tanzania, minted in 1971, features a unique design that commemorates the country's independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on December 9, 1964. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Julius Nyerere, the country's first president, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Tanzanian hut surrounded by palm trees, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1971) | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Shilingi (Independence) ND (1971) coin.
