5 Shillings Independence, Zambia

5 Shillings Independence, Zambia, 1965 obverse image5 Shillings Independence, Zambia, 1965 reverse image
5 Shillings Independence coin main info

Main information

  • Country:
    Zambia flagZambia
  • Years of Minting:
    1965
  • Period:
    Republic (1964-date)
  • Coin Type:
    Non-circulating coin
  • Edge:
    Smooth with inscription
  • Shape:
    Round
  • Technique:
    Milled
  • Mint:
    Royal Mint (Tower Hill), London, United Kingdom (1810-1975)
5 Shillings Independence Reference Price

Reference Price

$14.00-$33.99

The actual value of the coin may differ depending on its condition, luster, rarity, and other factors. This is a rough estimation.

5 Shillings Independence Coin Design

Coin Design

Reverse

Description:


President Kaunda facing right.

Engraver:


Norman Sillman

Designer:


n/a

Obverse

Description:


National arms with supporters, value below.

Engraver:


Norman Sillman

Designer:


n/a

Edge

Description:


Smooth with inscription

5 Shillings Independence Lettering

Lettering

Obverse:


ZAMBIA * FIVE SHILLINGS *

Reverse:


PRESIDENT KAUNDA * 24 OCTOBER 1965 *

5 Shillings Independence Physical Feature

Physical Feature

Composition

Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc)

Size

5 Shillings Independence sizes
  • Weight:28.5 g
  • Diameter:39 mm
  • Thickness:3 mm
  • Edge:n/a
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