1000 Shillings Year of the Rat
1996 year| Copper-nickel | - | 38 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 |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#208754 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Multicolor rat applique.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
农 历 丙 子
1996
Translation: Chinese calendar, the Fire Rat.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1000 Shillings (Year of the Rat) 1996 coin from Uganda made of Copper-nickel is a unique and interesting coin due to its unusual design. The coin features a rat on the obverse side, which is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in many African cultures. This design choice was made to celebrate the Year of the Rat in the Chinese lunar calendar, which is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity. This coin is a great example of how cultural beliefs and traditions can be incorporated into currency, making it a truly distinctive and fascinating collector's item.
