This 1971 Kenya 1 Shilling coin, crafted from a durable copper-nickel alloy, features the iconic coat of arms on the obverse and a striking bust of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta on the reverse. With a diameter of 27.8mm, this collectible piece is a must-have for numismatists and investors seeking to enhance their collections with a historically significant currency.
- Issuer: Kenya
- Year: 1971
- Face Value: 1 Shilling
- Composition: Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
- Size: 27.8mm diameter
- Obverse: Coat of arms of Kenya dividing date.
- Reverse: Bust of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta facing left. Legend around the edge.
- Catalogue Reference: KM# 14, Schön# 14
- Numista N#: 1845
- Numista NN#: 12154