10 Shillings Monkey; Empty 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#181205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Back (core): Monkey (right, Simiiformes) below (name) MONKEY
and (character) 猴 (partly on ring)
above (bottom, year on ring) 2012
Legend (ring): (above, subject) CHINESE TWELVE ZODIAC
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
CHINESE TWELVE ZODIAC
猴
MONKEY
•2012•
Translation: Monkey
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Shillings (Monkey; Empty leaves) 2012 coin from Somaliland features a unique design that showcases a monkey on one side and empty leaves on the other. This design is significant because it represents the country's rich wildlife and natural resources, while also highlighting the importance of conservation and sustainability. The use of a non-circulating coin also adds to its uniqueness and collectibility, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
