100 Shillings (Olympic Games) 2001 front 100 Shillings (Olympic Games) 2001 back
100 Shillings (Olympic Games) 2001 photo
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100 Shillings Olympic Games

2001 year
Silver (.925) 31.1 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Somalia
Period
Somali Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2001
Value
100 Shillings (100 Shilin) 100 SOS = USD 0.18
Currency
Shilling (1962-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#85792
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Running athlete in front of a horizontal bar
with four stylized ancient runners

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OLYMPIC GAMES
100 SHILLINGS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 100 Shillings (Olympic Games) 2001 coin from Somalia is a unique piece of numismatic history, as it was issued during a time of political instability and economic turmoil in the country. Despite these challenges, the coin's mintage was surprisingly high, with over 10,000 coins produced. This makes it a relatively accessible collector's item for those interested in African numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2001  25000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Shillings (Olympic Games) 2001 coin.