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10 Shillings Dog; Full leaves
2012 year| Bimetallic: brass centre in copper-nickel ring | 6.5 g | 27.2 mm |
| Issuer | Somaliland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 10 Shillings (10 SLS) |
| Currency | Shilling (1994-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: brass centre in copper-nickel ring |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#181201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Dog sitting right, Chinese character left, date below
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
CHINESE TWELVE ZODIAC
狗
DOG
•2012•
Translation: Dog
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Shillings (Dog; Full leaves) 2012 coin from Somaliland features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a dog, which is a symbol of loyalty and protection in Somaliland's culture, surrounded by full leaves. This design was chosen to represent the country's strong agricultural tradition and the importance of livestock in the local economy.
