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1000 Shillings Chimpanzee
1999 year| Gold (.999) | 1.15 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 1000 Shillings 1000 UGX = USD 0.27 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.15 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#338714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Seated chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHIMPANZEE CONSERVATION AREA
NGAMBA ISLAND
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Shillings (Chimpanzee) 1999 coin from Uganda is a rare and unique coin that features a chimpanzee on its obverse side. Chimpanzees are one of the closest living relatives of humans, and they are known for their intelligence, social behavior, and adaptability. The coin's design highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect these magnificent creatures and their habitats.
