10 shillings 1976 — Kenya ( Pick: 12b )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Kenya, dated 1976, carries a denomination of 10 shillings. It features a design from the 1974 issue and is marked as variant b, with Signature 4 dated 1.7.1976. The front displays Jomo Kenyatta on the left in dark green and dark brown, while the back depicts cattle and includes latent value images.
Cataloged under Pick number 12b, this note is characterized by its color scheme of green and brown. The denomination, year, and unique design elements provide specific attributes for this banknote.
Cataloged under Pick number 12b, this note is characterized by its color scheme of green and brown. The denomination, year, and unique design elements provide specific attributes for this banknote.
Specifications
- Colour
- Green and brown
- Pick catalog
- 12b
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Kenya issued the 10 shillings banknote (Pick 12b) on July 1, 1976. This note is part of the 1974 series, which was introduced to update the nation's currency following Kenya's independence in 1963. The 1974 series featured enhanced security features and updated designs to reflect the country's sovereignty.
The obverse of the note displays a front-right facing bust of President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta on the left, with the Kenyan coat of arms at the center. The reverse features four cattle at center right, with a mountain in the background. The note measures 140 x 72 mm and has a lion's head watermark. It was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom.
