10 Shilingi coin from Tanzania (United Republic of Tanzania, Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania). The coin was circulated in 1987 - 1989 and will be picked randomly. Various grades from Good to Very fine. A photo is for advertising purposes only. The coin may have scratches, dirt, or damage from oxidation.
Country: Tanzania
Continents: Africa
Groupings: Eastern Africa
Denomination: 10 Shilingi
Value: 10 Shilingi 10Tzs = Usd 0.0038
Type: Standard Circulation Coins
Year: 1987 - 1989
Numismatic period: United Republic Of Tanzania 1966 - 2021
Number of coins: 1
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 29 mm.
Thickness: 2 mm.
Weight: 9.7 g.
Shape: Round
Technique: Milled
Orientation: Medal alignment ↑↑
Mint: Royal Mint
Obverse: Depiction Of President J. K. Nyerere Facing Left In Circle
Obverse lettering: Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerererais Wa Kwanza Wa Tanzania
Obverse translation: Teacher Julius K. Nyererethe First President Of Tanzania
Reverse: The Coat Of Arms Of Tanzania Comprises A Warrior’S Shield Which Bears A Golden Portion With A Torch On The Upper Part Followed Underneath By The Flag Of Tanzania, Then A Red Part With Crossed Axe And Hoe, Wavy Bands Are At The Bottom. A Spear Stands In The Middle. The Shield Stands Upon The Representation Of Mount Kilimanjaro. Elephant Tusks Are Supported By A Man And A Woman, With A Clove Bush At The Feet Of The Man And A Cotton Bush At The Feet Of The Woman. The United Republic Motto – Uhuru Na Umoja – Is Written In Swahili And Means "Freedom And Unity".
Reverse lettering: Shilingi Kumi 1987Uhuru Na Umoja10
Reverse translation: Ten Shillingsfreedom And Unity
Edge: Reeded
ℹ Themes: Cold Weapons, Coat Of Arms, Politician
