10 Shillings (Ox; Full leaves) 2012 front 10 Shillings (Ox; Full leaves) 2012 back
10 Shillings (Ox; Full leaves) 2012 photo
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10 Shillings Ox; Full leaves

2012 year
Bimetallic: brass centre in copper-nickel ring 6.5 g 27.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Somaliland
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
10 Shillings (10&nbspSLS)
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
References
Numista
N#181210
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Ox, Chinese character above, date below

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:
CHINESE TWELVE ZODIAC
牛 OX
•2012•

Translation: Bull

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Shillings (Ox; Full leaves) 2012 coin from Somaliland features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin's reverse side features an ox surrounded by full leaves, symbolizing the importance of livestock and agriculture in Somaliland's economy and culture. This design is particularly interesting because it highlights the country's focus on sustainable agriculture and livestock management, which is critical in a region where drought and climate change are significant challenges.