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| Number | KM# 6 |
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| Country | Tanzania |
| Period | United Republic of Tanzania (1966 - 2025) |
| Currency | Tanzanian shilling |
| Coin type | Circulation coins |
| Denomination | 5 shillings |
| Currency rate | 5 TZS = 0.01 USD |
| Year | 1972 - 1980 |
| Edge type | Reeded and smooth section |
| Shape | 10-sided |
| Alignment | Medal (0°) |
| Composition | Copper-Nickel |
| Weight (g) | 13.8 |
| Diameter (mm) | 31.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.2 |
![]() | Head of state Description Legend Creators: Christopher Ironside |
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![]() | Animals FAO Plant Description Legend Creators: Christopher Ironside |
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| Year | Mintage | Rarity | Value, USD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNC | BU | Proof | |||
| 1980 | 5.000.000 | + | - | B | $ 3.21 |
| 1973 | 5.000.000 | + | - | ||
| 1972 | 8.000.000 | + | - | ||
