British East Africa. Elizabeth II. 5 Cents 1956 - PCGS SP65

BRITISH EAST AFRICA. 5 Cents. 1956. Elizabeth II (1952–1960)

- Denomination: 5 Cents.
- Reign: Elizabeth II (1952–1960).
- Year: 1956.
- Inscriptions: Obverse: QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND · FIVE CENTS, with a crown and ornamental motifs around the central hole. Reverse: EAST AFRICA · 5 · 1956, with two stylized elephant tusks surrounding the central hole.
- Grade: SP65 RD (PCGS).

A 5 Cents coin from the colonial issue of British East Africa during the reign of Elizabeth II. It features the characteristic central hole of these issues, surrounded on the obverse by symmetrical ornamental elements and topped by the British royal crown, while the reverse displays two large, curved elephant tusks, one of the most recognizable motifs in British East African numismatics. An example in excellent condition, with very sharp reliefs, clean fields, and abundant original mint luster. The PCGS RD designation highlights the remarkable preservation of its original copper-red color, complementing its high SP65 grade.

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