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1 Shilling FAO
1976 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 6.22 g | 25.2 mm |
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1969-1991) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1976 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1 Shillin) (1 SOS) |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6.22 g |
| Diameter | 25.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Lamb flanked by dates below value
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
shilin 1 شلن
1976 ١٩٧٦
Translation:
1 Shilling
1976
Engraver: Barry Stanton
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a traditional Somali woman wearing a colorful headscarf and carrying a basket of fruit on one side, while the other side features the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) emblem and the year 1976. This coin was minted to commemorate Somalia's independence and its commitment to agricultural development, highlighting the country's rich cultural heritage and its efforts towards food security.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 20040000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling (FAO) 1976 coin.
