5 Shilingi (1972 - 1980)

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obverse of 5 Shilingi (1972 - 1980) coin with KM# 6 from Tanzania. Inscription: TANZANIA 1980 RAIS WA KWANZA
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reverse of 5 Shilingi (1972 - 1980) coin with KM# 6 from Tanzania. Inscription: SHILINGI 5 TANO
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Features

Denomination 5 Shilingi
Catalog Number KM# 6
Weight (g) 13.5
Diameter (mm) 31.5
Thickness (mm) 2.2
Shape: Decagonal (10-sided)
Composition: Copper-Nickel
Not Magnetic
Orientation Medal orientation ↑↑

Obverse

Engraved by Christopher Ironside
Lettering:
TANZANIA 1980
RAIS WA KWANZA

Reverse

Engraved by Christopher Ironside
Lettering:
SHILINGI
5
TANO

Edge

Description:
Alternating reeded and smooth sections.
Year Mintage Comment Rarity
1972 8,000,000 Common
1973 5,000,000 Common
1980 5,000,000 Common

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