½ Cent 1964 [Sierra Leone]

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Reverse
In the central part, within a circle, a composition: two fish and the numeral: 1/2. Along the upper edge arc, the country name in English: 'SIERRA LEONE'. Below, the inscription and year of issue: 'HALF CENT 1964'. Around the edge of the coin, a toothed rim.
Obverse
In the central part, the right-facing profile of Sierra Leone's first Prime Minister, Sir Milton Margai. To the left, top, and right along the rim, the motto in English, separated by dots: 'UNITY FREEDOM JUSTICE'. Below, 'SIR MILTON MARGAI'. The coin's edge features raised elements in the form of teeth.