Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | East Africa |
|---|---|
| Năm | 1913-1919 |
| Loại | Standard circulation coin |
| Mệnh giá | 5 Cents (0.05) |
| Tiền tệ | Rupee (1906-1920) |
| Chất liệu | Copper-nickel |
| Trọng lượng | 6.48 g |
| Đường kính | 25.5 mm |
| Độ dày | |
| Hình dạng | Round with a round hole |
| Kỹ thuật | Milled |
| Hướng | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | |
| Lưu hành đến | |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | KM#11, Schön#10 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Central hole divides crown and denomination surrounded by legend NOTE: The mintmark is below the N of CENTS |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước | GEORGIVS V REX ET IND:IMP: FIVE CENTS K |
| Mô tả mặt sau | Curved tusks flank the centre hole |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau | EAST AFRICA & UGANDA PROTECTORATES 5 ·1914· |
| Cạnh | Smooth |
| Xưởng đúc |
H Heaton and Sons / The Mint Birmingham (Heaton and Sons / The Mint Birmingham Limited),United Kingdom (1850-2003) K Kings Norton Metal Company,Birmingham, United Kingdom (1890-1962) |
| Số lượng đúc |
1913 H - - 300 000 1914 K - - 1 240 000 1914 K - Proof - 1919 H - (fr) rare - 200 000 |
| ID Numisquare | 5024287340 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: King George V's reign (1910-1936) marked a pivotal period for the British Empire, encompassing World War I. This 5 Cents coin, issued for East Africa between 1913 and 1919, served as essential currency in a vital colonial territory. Its introduction reflects Britain's expanding monetary influence and standardization efforts across its African possessions, facilitating trade and daily transactions amidst a complex wartime economy.
Artistry: The obverse features the dignified effigy of King George V, facing left, sculpted by Sir Edgar Bertram Mackennal, adhering to classical realism. The reverse design is functional yet distinctive, displaying a large numeral "5" centrally, encircled by "EAST AFRICA" and "CENTS" with the date below. A characteristic central hole, common for lower denominations in the region, facilitated handling and reduced metal content, embodying a practical approach to colonial coinage design.
Technical/Grading: Struck in copper-nickel, this series can exhibit varying strike quality. Key high-points for wear on the obverse include the king's ear, crown details, and hair. On the reverse, wear typically appears on the raised rim, the inner details of the numeral "5," and lettering. Collectors should examine the sharpness of these elements and the central hole's integrity. Environmental factors often lead to surface corrosion or pitting, impacting a coin's grade and aesthetic appeal.