Ghana 6 coin set (1984-1999)

means of payment from Ghana Although cowries are not found on the coasts of Ghana, their shells served as currency there for centuries. Arab traders brought them from the Indian Ocean to West Africa in the 14th century. The currency name Cedi originates from the language of the country’s largest ethnic group, the Akan people, and means “cowrie”. This interesting coin set includes both a seven-sided and a bimetallic coin. The obverses feature cowrie shells, traditional Adowa drums, and cocoa fruit. Ghana is the second largest cocoa producer in the world. The reverses are adorned with Ghana’s national coat of arms. – Including bimetallic coin – Richly detailed national coat of arms – Seven-sided coin