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5 Shillings Non-magnetic
| Bimetallic: aluminium bronze centre in copper-nickel ring (non-magnetic) | 3.75 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kenya |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1963-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2005-2009 |
| Value | 5 Shillings 5 KES = USD 0.039 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: aluminium bronze centre in copper-nickel ring (non-magnetic) |
| Weight | 3.75 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#9643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Bust of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta facing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE FIRST PRESIDENT OF KENYA
· MZEE JOMO KENYATTA ·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Shillings coin was introduced in 2005 as part of a new coinage system in Kenya, replacing the old coinage system that had been in use since 1966. The coin features a unique bimetallic design, with an aluminum bronze center surrounded by a copper-nickel ring. This design was chosen to make the coin easily distinguishable from other coins in circulation and to prevent counterfeiting. The coin also has a distinctive weight of 3.75 grams, which is slightly heavier than other coins of similar size. Overall, the 5 Shillings coin is an interesting and unique addition to the world of numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2009 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Shillings (Non-magnetic) 2005-2009 coin.
