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100 Shillings Elephant
2021 yearSilver (.9999) | 31.1 g | 38.6 mm |
Issuer | Somalia |
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Period | Somali Republic (1991-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2021 |
Value | 100 Shillings (100 Shilin) 100 SOS = USD 0.18 |
Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
Composition | Silver (.9999) |
Weight | 31.1 g |
Diameter | 38.6 mm |
Thickness | 3 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#291311 |
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Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Adult African elephant in immediate foreground, bird and tree leaves above, tree in the background, all within circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AFRICAN WILDLIFE
ELEPHANT · 1 oz Ag 999.9
Unabridged legend: (Troy) ounce Argentum
Translation: Silver
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Elephant series issued by Somalia since 2004. From 1996 to 2003, the country of Zambia released the elephant series.Interesting fact
The 100 Shillings (Elephant) 2021 coin from Somalia is a unique piece of currency as it features a stunning image of an elephant on its obverse side, which is not commonly seen on coins. The use of an elephant on the coin serves as a symbol of strength, wisdom, and longevity, which are all qualities that are highly valued in Somali culture. Additionally, the coin's silver content and high level of purity (.9999) make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item for numismatists.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2021 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Shillings (Elephant) 2021 coin.