British East Africa Coins
The monetary history of British East Africa is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes in the region. From the late 19th century to the mid-20th century, this area experienced several transformations in its monetary system, influenced by British colonial rule and subsequent independence movements.
Colonial coins and banknotes
During the colonial period, the East African Rupee was the main currency in circulation. Introduced in 1906, it replaced the various local and foreign currencies previously in use. Banknotes and coins of this era typically featured the effigy of the reigning British monarch and symbols of colonial power. An important milestone was the creation of the East African Currency Board in 1919, which was responsible for the issuance and regulation of currency in the region until the 1960s.
Transition to independence
With the advent of independence in East African countries, there was a gradual transition to national currencies. Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania initially maintained a common currency, the East African Shilling, introduced in 1966. However, in the 1970s, each country adopted its own national currency. An interesting numismatic aspect of this period is the evolution of designs on banknotes and coins from representing colonial symbols to reflecting the identity and culture of the newly independent nations.
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British East Africa is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the United Kingdom coins.
The most valuable coins
The most valuable British East Africa coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin Catalog
1 pice
1 paise (Mombasa)
10 cents
25 cents
50 cents
1 cent
1 cent
1/2 cent
1/2 cent
1 cent
10 cents
50 cents
25 cents
5 cents
1 cent
5 cents
10 cents
25 cents
50 cents
1 florin
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