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100 Shillings Hippopotamus
2010 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 50 g | 50.3 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 100 Shillings 100 UGX = USD 0.027 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 50 g |
| Diameter | 50.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#94449 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Left-facing hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) head with mouth wide open.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAN EATERS
HIPPO
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 100 Shillings (Hippopotamus) coin from Uganda, minted in 2010, is a unique and intriguing collector's item. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it features a hippopotamus, which is a large semi-aquatic mammal native to Africa, on its obverse side. This design choice was made to commemorate the hippopotamus's significance in Ugandan culture and folklore. Additionally, the coin's silver plating and copper-nickel composition give it a distinctive look and make it stand out among other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Shillings (Hippopotamus) 2010 coin.
