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This is an original 1949 East Africa 1 Shilling coin, issued under King George VI, when the East African territories (Kenya, Uganda, Tanganyika, and Zanzibar) were under British administration.
Design Features:
Obverse: Portrait of King George VI facing left, crowned, legend GEORGIVS SEXTVS REX.
Reverse: A majestic lion striding before Mount Kilimanjaro, with denomination 1 SHILLING and date 1949 below.
Coin Details:
Country: East Africa (British Colonies)
Year: 1949
Denomination: 1 Shilling
Metal: Copper-Nickel
Diameter: 23.5 mm
Weight: ±5.65 g
Condition: Good Circulated with some toning, but all major details clear