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5 Shillings FAO
1968 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 28 g | 37.80 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 5 Shillings (5 UGS) |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-1987) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Diameter | 37.80 mm |
| Thickness | 3.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#10037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Grazing cow (Bos indicus) towards left with drinking calf.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRODUCE MORE FOOD
F·A·O· COIN PLAN
16th OCTOBER 1968
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Uganda's independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on October 9, 1962.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Shillings (FAO) 1968 coin.
