20 000 Shillings Chow chow
2006 year| Gold (.999) | 15.55 g |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 20 000 Shillings 20 000 UGX = USD 5.45 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#209693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Chow-chow (Canis lupus familiaris) as watchdog, gold bars, bat and flower.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20,000 Shillings (Chow Chow) 2006 gold coin from Uganda is that it has a unique design featuring a Chow Chow dog, a breed that originated in China and was brought to Uganda by Chinese traders in the 19th century. The coin's design is a nod to the cultural exchange and diversity that exists in Uganda.