10 Cents - With legend (1969 - 1978)
Features
| Denomination | 10 Cents |
| Catalog Number | KM# 11 |
| Weight (g) | 9.4 |
| Diameter (mm) | 30.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.78 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Nickel-Brass |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
Obverse
Engraved by Norman Sillman
Lettering:
· MZEE JOMO KENYATTA ·
FIRST PRESIDENT OF KENYA
Description:
Profile of President Kenyatta, facing left.
· MZEE JOMO KENYATTA ·
FIRST PRESIDENT OF KENYA
Description:
Profile of President Kenyatta, facing left.
Reverse
Lettering:
REPUBLIC OF KENYA
19 71
10
TEN CENTS
HARAMBEE
Description:
Kenyan Coat of Arms with Lion on each side.
REPUBLIC OF KENYA
19 71
10
TEN CENTS
HARAMBEE
Description:
Kenyan Coat of Arms with Lion on each side.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 3,900,000 | Very Common | |
| 1969 | 15 | Proof | Not Common |
| 1970 | 7,200,000 | Very Common | |
| 1971 | 32,400,000 | Very Common | |
| 1973 | 3,000,000 | Very Common | |
| 1973 | 500 | Proof | Common |
| 1974 | 3,000,000 | Very Common | |
| 1975 | 3,000,000 | Very Common | |
| 1977 | 45,600,000 | Very Common | |
| 1978 | 22,600,000 | Very Common |