1 Shilin (FAO) 1976 front 1 Shilin (FAO) 1976 back
1 Shilin (FAO) 1976 photo
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1 Shilin FAO

1976 year
Copper-nickel 6.2 g 25.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Somalia
Period
Democratic Republic (1969-1991)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1976
Value
1 Shilling (1 Shillin) 1 SOS = USD 0.0018
Currency
Shilling (1962-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
6.2 g
Diameter
25.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#84133
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Sheep

Scripts: Arabic, Latin

Lettering:
TACABKA KORDHIYA
1976 ١٩٧٦
أنتجوا مزيدا من الغذاء

Translation:
INCREASED ACTIVITY
1976
Produce more food

Interesting fact

The 1 Shilin (FAO) 1976 coin from Somalia features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a farmer working in a field, surrounded by crops and livestock, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a traditional Somali hut. This design was chosen to highlight the importance of agriculture in Somalia's economy and to promote the country's efforts towards self-sufficiency.