1000 Shillings Jungfraujoch
1996 year| Copper-nickel | 28.75 g | 38.2 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 1000 Shillings 1000 UGX = USD 0.27 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.75 g |
| Diameter | 38.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#193753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Jungfraujoch on colored Swiss stamp of 20 rappen. Toothed rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FAMOUS PLACES OF THE WORLD
JUNGFRAUJOCH
20
HELVETIA
Translation: Switzerland.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Jungfraujoch is a pass between Mönch and Jungfrau in the Bernese Alps, on the border between the cantons of Bern and Valais. It is the lowest point on the ridge between Mönch and Jungfrau, at 3,471 meters above sea level. It is often referred to as the "roof of Europe" in guidebooks, and includes Europe's highest railroad station (Source: www.wikipedia.org).
Interesting fact
The 1000 Shillings (Jungfraujoch) 1996 coin from Uganda is interesting because it features a unique design that showcases the Jungfraujoch, a mountain in the Swiss Alps, despite being issued by Uganda, a country located in Africa. This highlights the diversity and creativity in coin design and the ability of countries to celebrate and commemorate significant landmarks and events from around the world.
