1920 25 Cents coin from East Africa during the reign of King George V: Rarity: This silver 25 Cents represents one of the higher denominations struck for British East Africa during the early 20th century. While mintage figures are unavailable, its half crown-sized format and silver composition suggest it circulated far less extensively than the bronze and cupro-nickel issues of the time. Quality examples are likely scarce today, especially in upper circulated grades and uncirculated condition. Details: - Issuer: British East Africa (comprising modern-day Kenya and Uganda) - Monarch: King George V - Year: 1920 - Denomination: 25 Cents - Composition: 0.500 Silver - Weight: 2.916 g - Diameter: 18.0 mm - Shape: Round - Orientation: Medal Alignment - Mint: Heaton Mint, Birmingham (H mintmark) - Edge: Reeded Designs: - Obverse: Portrait of King George V, facing left - Reverse: Lion standing with mountain range behind - Engraver: Sir E.B. Mackennal (obverse) Other Details: - KM# 15 in the Standard Catalog of World Coins - Struck at the Heaton private mint in Birmingham, England This pre-decimal, silver 25 Cent coin from 1920 stands out as one of the key type issues of the British East African series under King George V's reign. For collectors specializing in this historic area, it represents an important and elusive numismatic relic.