Zanzibar Coin List
Zanzibar | 1 pysa
Zanzibar | 1/4 ryal
Zanzibar | 1/2 ryal
Zanzibar | 1 ryal
Zanzibar | 2 1/2 ryal
Zanzibar | 5 ryal
Zanzibar | 1 pysa
Zanzibar | 1 cent
Zanzibar | 10 cents
Zanzibar | 20 cents
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Zanzibar coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The monetary history of Zanzibar is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes of this Indian Ocean island. From its independence in 1963 to its union with Tanganyika to form Tanzania in 1964, Zanzibar has undergone several changes in its monetary system.
Currencies used in Zanzibar
Prior to independence, Zanzibar used the East African Rupee, issued by the East African Currency Board. After the 1964 revolution, the revolutionary government of Zanzibar briefly issued its own banknotes denominated in Zanzibar shillings. However, this currency was short-lived, as shortly after the union with Tanganyika, the Tanzanian shilling was adopted as the official currency of the newly unified nation.
Numismatic Landmarks of Zanzibar
An important milestone in Zanzibar numismatics was the issuance of commemorative coins in 1987 to celebrate the 23rd anniversary of the revolution. These coins, minted in silver and gold, are highly valued by collectors. In addition, the 1964 Zanzibar banknotes, issued during the brief period of independence, are considered rare and valuable pieces in the numismatic world, given their short period of circulation and the limited quantity produced.
Zanzibar is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the Tanzania old coins.