5 Shillings Independence

Issuer Zambia
Year 1965
Type Non-circulating coin
Value 5 Shillings (1/4)
Currency Pound (1964-1968)
Composition Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc)
Weight 28.5 g
Diameter 39 mm
Thickness 3 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s) Norman Sillman
In circulation to 1968
Reference(s) KM#4, Schön#4
Obverse description National arms with supporters, value below.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering ZAMBIA * FIVE SHILLINGS *
Reverse description President Kaunda facing right.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering PRESIDENT KAUNDA * 24 OCTOBER 1965 *
Edge Smooth with inscription
Mint
Mintage 1965 - - 10 000
1965 - Proof - 20 000
Numisquare ID 3278228410
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