Kenya [KE]

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Kenyan Shilling KES

Decades of Independence & National Milestones (1973-2003)

A premium group of large-format commemorative issues released by the Central Bank of Kenya to mark historic milestones, primarily the decades of national independence. Ranging from the 10-shilling issues of Jomo Kenyatta to the unique 40-shilling coin of Mwai Kibaki, these heavy cupro-nickel coins feature national leaders and rich heraldic symbols.

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First President Jomo Kenyatta (1966-1978)

The inaugural coinage of independent Kenya. These coins feature the side profile of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, the nation’s founding father, and reflect a classic British-inspired design aesthetic.

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President Daniel arap Moi Era (1980-1994)

Regular circulation coins of the Kenyan shilling featuring President Daniel arap Moi issued between 1980 and 1994. Characterized by large, heavy imperial-standard dimensions and distinctive heptagonal shapes for specific denominations.

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President Daniel arap Moi Era, Redesign (1995-2002)

Modern regular circulation coins of the Kenyan shilling featuring President Daniel arap Moi issued from 1995 to 2002. Features a radically downsized, lightweight round format, updated reverse designs, and the introduction of bi-metallic issues.

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Kenya: Republic Banknotes (2000–2010)

Standard banknote issues of the Kenyan Shilling featuring national landmarks, wildlife, and portraits of founding presidents.

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Return of Jomo Kenyatta (2003-2010)

A unique numismatic period where the portrait of the first president, Jomo Kenyatta, was returned to the coinage under the administration of Mwai Kibaki, replacing the portrait of his predecessor.

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