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1/2 Cent 1908 [East Africa]

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1/2 Cent 1908 [East Africa]
  • Country: East Africa
  • Shape: Round with central hole
  • Weight: 1 g
  • Mintage: 900,000 pcs.
  • Metal: Aluminium
  • Composition: Al
  • Denomination: 1/2 cent
  • Currency unit: Cent
  • Orientation: Medal alignment
  • Reference: KM# 6
  • Diameter: 20.3 mm
  • 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.

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