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20 Shillings Non-magnetic
| Issuer | Central Bank of Kenya |
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| Year | 2005-2009 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | The bimetallic obverse features the large numeral '20' prominently in the upper portion of the aluminium bronze centre, with the Kenyan coat of arms depicted below it, showing two rampant lions flanking a traditional Maasai shield and crossed spears above a scroll. The copper-nickel outer ring carries the legend 'REPUBLIC OF KENYA' along the upper arc and 'TWENTY SHILLINGS' along the lower arc, with the date to the right and a bullet separator on each side. The national motto 'HARAMBEE' appears on the scroll at the base of the arms within the centre field. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a left-facing bust of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, founding President of Kenya, rendered in high relief within the aluminium bronze centre disc, depicting him in a suit with a short beard and closely cropped hair. The portrait is executed in a naturalistic style and occupies the majority of the centre field. The copper-nickel outer ring bears the encircling legend '• THE FIRST PRESIDENT OF KENYA •' along the upper arc and '• MZEE JOMO KENYATTA •' along the lower arc, separated by bullet points. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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