500 Shillings (Mzee Jomo Kenyatta) 1966 front 500 Shillings (Mzee Jomo Kenyatta) 1966 back
500 Shillings (Mzee Jomo Kenyatta) 1966 photo
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500 Shillings Mzee Jomo Kenyatta

1966 year
Gold (.9166) 38 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Kenya
Period
Republic (1963-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1966
Value
500 Shillings 500 KES = USD 3.88
Currency
Shilling (1966-date)
Composition
Gold (.9166)
Weight
38 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#30803
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Bust of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta facing left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MZEE JOMO KENYATTA

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 500 Shillings (Mzee Jomo Kenyatta) 1966 coin from Kenya is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya's first president, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Maasai warrior, highlighting the country's diverse cultural traditions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1966  500 - - - - - -

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