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1 Pesa 1890 [German East Africa]

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1 Pesa 1890 [German East Africa]
  • Country: German East Africa
  • Shape: Round
  • Weight: 6.21 g
  • Mintage: 1,000,000 pcs.
  • Issue Quality: Uncirculated, Proof
  • Metal: Copper
  • Designation: Cu
  • Denomination: 1 pesa
  • Currency Unit: Pesa
  • Orientation: Medal alignment
  • Summary: KM# 1
  • Diameter: 25.2 mm
  • Reverse
    In the central part, there is an inscription in Arabic script, enclosed within a raised circle. To the left, bottom, and right along the rim are crossed branches tied together with a ribbon forming a bow.
  • Obverse
    In the central part, the state eagle of the German Empire is depicted. Along the upper edge of the coin, from left to right, runs the text 'DEUTSCH-OSTAFRIKANISCHE GESELLSCHAFT' (German East African Company). Below is the date, flanked by dots: '∙1890∙'. The central image is separated from the legend by a narrow rim.

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