Ghanaian cedi coinage

DocumentedSupported by at least one credible specialist source.

Period

1965 onwards

Issuing entity

Ghana

Coinage 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

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National emblem and portrait designs by period.

Identification

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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.
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