5 Cents 1955, No Letters [East Africa]

Coins-Africa

Reverse
In the central part, within a circle, a hole framed by four crossed tusks. Above it, the numeral: 5. Along the upper rim arc, the country name in English: 'EAST AFRICA'. Along the lower rim arc, the year of issue: '1955', flanked by diamonds. The coin's edge is decorated with decorative denticles.
Obverse
In the central part, a hole framed by arched plant-like ornaments. Above it, the Crown of the British Empire. Below it, text in English in two lines: 'FIVE CENTS'. To the left, bottom, and right along the rim, text in English: 'QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND'. The rim features a toothed relief pattern.