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20 Shillings Elephant; Gold
2014 year| Gold (.9999) | 0.62206 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Period | Somali Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 20 Shillings (20 Shilin) 20 SOS = USD 0.035 |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 0.62206 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#210672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three elephants walking towards the rising moon
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· AFRICAN WILDLIFE ·
ELEPHANT · 1/50 oz Au 999.9
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Shillings (Elephant; Gold) 2014 coin from Somalia is that it has a unique design featuring an elephant, which is not commonly seen on coins. The elephant is depicted in a naturalistic pose, with detailed engravings of its tusks, wrinkled skin, and bushy tail. The coin's gold composition and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.