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Notes Of The Great Mzee, Nomadic Herding: 10 Shillings (Kenya, 1978)-Reference

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May 21, 2022
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Updated: Nov 16

This large Kenyan banknote represents the 2nd denomination of the Shilling (Series 1978). The observe features a portrait Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya's first native President. The reverse depicts a cattle herd, similar to those of the Maasai people. Notably Mzee (elder) is a Swahili honorific which was given to Jomo Kenyatta. (Note Size: 140 x 73 mm or 5.51 x 2.78 in)

Observe

The observe features a portrait Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya's first native President. Notably Mzee (elder) is a Swahili honorific which was given to Jomo Kenyatta.

Reverse

The reverse depicts a cattle herd, similar to those of the Maasai people.

The Maasai People

A group of Maasai villagers in their traditional dress.

Maasai Cattle in Kenya. — Maasai cattle in Kenya.

Series 1978 Gallery

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