Reverse A central hole is present. Above it is the numeral '1/2'. To the left, below, and to the right are depictions of elephant tusks. Along the upper edge, in an arc from left to right, is the English text: 'EAST AFRICA & UGANDA PROTECTORATES'. Below is the year of issue, 1908. The rim features decorative tooth-like elements.
Obverse A central hole is present. Below it is the English inscription: 'HALF CENT'. To the left and right along the edge is the English text: 'EDWARD VII KING & EMPEROR'. Above is the Crown of the British Empire. The rim features decorative raised tooth-like elements.