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2000 Shillings Pelé
2006 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 24.8 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 2000 Shillings 2000 UGX = USD 0.54 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 24.8 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#210108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pelé bicycle kicking the ball, football stand in background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALL OF FAME OF FOOTBALL
2006
Brazil 1960's
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2000 Shillings (Pelé) 2006 coin from Uganda features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Pelé, one of the greatest soccer players of all time, who was born in Brazil but has African roots. The reverse side of the coin features a traditional Ugandan drum, which is an important symbol of the country's cultural identity. The drum is surrounded by intricate patterns and designs that reflect the diversity and richness of Ugandan culture. This coin is a beautiful representation of the fusion of African and Brazilian cultures, and it is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and soccer fans alike.
