| 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 |
| Comments |