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5 Shilingi (FAO)

🇹🇿 Tanzania · 5 Shilingi (FAO)
Regular
Weight13.6 g
Diameter33 mm
CompositionCopper-nickel
ReferenceKM# 12, Schön# 13
Collector's Key World IDCKW-TZA-29

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What is a 1978 Tanzania 5 Shilingi (FAO) made of?
Copper-nickel, weighing 13.6 g.
What is the melt value of a 1978 Tanzania 5 Shilingi (FAO)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1978 Tanzania 5 Shilingi (FAO) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.