1000 Shillings (World Cup) 1994 front 1000 Shillings (World Cup) 1994 back
1000 Shillings (World Cup) 1994 photo

1000 Shillings World Cup

1994 year
Copper-nickel 22.5 g 38.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Uganda
Period
Republic (1962-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1994
Value
1000 Shillings 1000 UGX = USD 0.27
Currency
New shilling (1987-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
22.5 g
Diameter
38.2 mm
Thickness
2.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#42756
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Front-facing, running football player with ball.

Script: Latin

Lettering: XV WORLD CUP 1994 - UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Interesting fact

The coin features a unique design that showcases Uganda's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side, it features the Ugandan crested crane, a symbol of grace and beauty, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Ugandan drum, which is an important instrument in Ugandan music and dance. This design was chosen to celebrate Uganda's rich cultural diversity and to promote the country's cultural heritage.