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The year 1968 was marked by many changes in the monetary system of the world, like many other years of this period. Here it is worth noting some interesting facts that may interest the coin collectors. For a start, it is worth noting the change in currency in Zambia. A short period of time here went the Zambian pound, but he did not catch on. In 1968, he was replaced by Zambian Kwacha, which was divided into 100 Ngwe.
Among many other interesting events include:
- Changes in the appearance of coins of Jordan. Now a portrait of the king of the country, Hussein, is engraved on their obverse.
- On the coins of Lebanon in 1968, the inscription on the obverse changed somewhat. If earlier there was “the Republic of Lebanon” there, then from that moment they indicated “Bank of Lebanon”.
- The appearance of the golden sovereigns of Great Britain has changed. Previously, Elizabeth II was minted there, and on the reverse side was the rider who defeated the beast.
- The appearance of pence in the UK. These were coins of 5 and 10 units, which were used by the analogue of 1 and 2 shillings, respectively.
- In 1968, Switzerland began to produce coins from copper-nickel alloy. This is done to save money, because this alloy has a rather low price and is great for stamping. Under the issue went francs face value of 0.5, 1, 2 and 5 units.
