Ghanaian cedi coinage
DocumentedSupported by at least one credible specialist source.
Period
1965 onwards
Issuing entity
GhanaCoinage of the Ghanaian cedi, replacing the earlier pound-based system after independence.
Historical context
Ghana was the first sub-Saharan British colony to become independent, and moved early to a decimal currency.
Design
- note
- National emblem and portrait designs by period.
Identification
- note
- First and revalued cedi periods are distinguished by date and denomination.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Denomination list and compositions require transcription from a printed reference.