Zambian pound


The Zambian pound was the currency in Zambia from independence in 1964 until decimalization on January 16, 1968. It was subdivided into 20 shillings, each of 12 pence.

History

The Zambian pound replaced the Rhodesia and Nyasaland pound at par. It was pegged to the pound sterling at par and was replaced by the kwacha at a rate of 2 kwacha = 1 pound or 1 kwacha = 10 shillings.

Coins

In 1964, cupro-nickel 6 pence, 1 and 2 shilling coins were introduced, followed by a 5 Shillings in 1965, and holed, bronze 1 penny coins in 1966.

Banknotes

In 1964, the Bank of Zambia introduced notes in denominations of 10 shillings, 1 and 5 pounds.
ImageDenominationObverseReverse
10 shillingsChaplin's barbetFarmers plowing with tractor and oxen
1 poundBlack-cheeked lovebirdMining tower and conveyors
5 poundsWildebeestVictoria Falls