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© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
1000 Shillings Year of the Pig
1995 year| Copper-nickel | 28.58 g | 38.1 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 1000 Shillings 1000 UGX = USD 0.27 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.58 g |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#193232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Stylized, colored pig facing left.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
农 历 乙 亥
1995
Translation: Chinese calendar the Wooden Pig.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Shillings (Year of the Pig) 1995 coin from Uganda is a unique and interesting coin due to its unusual design. The coin features a pig on the obverse side, which is not a common motif on coins. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features a traditional Ugandan hut, which adds to the coin's cultural significance. The coin's copper-nickel composition and 28.58g weight also make it stand out from other coins. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece for collectors interested in unique and culturally significant coins.
