1 Shilling (Magnetic) 1976 front 1 Shilling (Magnetic) 1976 back
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1 Shilling Magnetic

1976 year
Copper-nickel plated steel 5.80 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Uganda
Period
Republic (1962-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1976
Value
1 Shilling (1&nbspUGS)
Currency
Shilling (1966-1987)
Composition
Copper-nickel plated steel
Weight
5.80 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#21928
Rarity index
12%

Reverse

Flower-like ornament around standing grey crowned crane (Balearica regulorum), facing left, mountains in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· BANK OF UGANDA ·
ONE SHILLING
1976

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Shilling (Magnetic) 1976 coin from Uganda was the first coin to feature the country's national emblem, the crested crane, on its reverse side. The crested crane is a symbol of grace and dignity in Ugandan culture and is still featured on the country's currency today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1976  10000000 - - - - - -

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