20 Shillings (Elephant; Gold) 2014 front 20 Shillings (Elephant; Gold) 2014 back
20 Shillings (Elephant; Gold) 2014 photo
© Kettti

20 Shillings Elephant; Gold

2014 year
Gold (.9999) 0.62206 g 11 mm
Description
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
References
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.