Rhodesia 5 Cents Coin | Lilly | KM12 | 1973

1973 Rhodesia Five Cents coin. This coin is part of the Rhodesian dollar currency series which replaced the Rhodesian pound in 1970.
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Identification: It's a 5 Cents coin from the Republic of Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), specifically from the 1973 issue, identified as KM#12 in coin catalogs.
Composition & Features: The coin is made of copper-nickel, with a diameter of 19.3 mm and a weight of 3.0 g. The reverse design features the Flame Lily, Rhodesia's national flower, and the obverse typically displays the Rhodesian coat of arms.
Historical Context: New 5-cent coins like the one in your image were introduced in 1973, reflecting the decimalization of the Rhodesian currency and featuring the coat of arms instead of Queen Elizabeth II's portrait, which appeared on earlier issues.
Collectibility: While common circulated versions may have a modest value, proof or higher-grade uncirculated versions, particularly the rare 1977 1/2 cent coin, can be highly

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