1000 Shillings Summer Olympics - London
2002 year| Copper-nickel | 28.85 g | 38.2 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 1000 Shillings 1000 UGX = USD 0.27 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.85 g |
| Diameter | 38.2 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#44334 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
British stamp with athlete high jumping.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· XXVI SUMMER GAMES ·
100 YEARS FROM GREECE TO ATLANTA
THE GREAT STADIUM
SHEPHERDS BUSE LONDON
THE OLYMPIC GAMES 1908
6d
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ugandan 1000 Shillings Summer Olympics coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a traditional Ugandan drummer, while the reverse side depicts a scene of athletes participating in a traditional Ugandan sport, such as wrestling or running. This design was created to highlight Uganda's cultural diversity and richness, and to promote the country's participation in the 2002 Summer Olympics held in London.
