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25 Shillings Pope in red cloak
2004 year| Copper-nickel | 28.98 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Period | Somali Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 25 Shillings (25 Shilin) 25 SOS = USD 0.044 |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.98 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#84867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Coloured picture of Pope John Paul II in red cloak
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LIFE OF POPE JOHN PAUL II
2004
Edge
Plain
Comment
The coloured picture is encapsulated in either glass of hardened plasticInteresting fact
The 25 Shillings coin from Somalia featuring a Pope in a red cloak, made of copper-nickel and weighing 28.98g, is an interesting collector's item. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was issued in 2004, despite Somalia not having an official central bank or mint since 1991 due to the country's political instability. This coin was likely produced by a private mint or entity, making it a unique and rare collectible for numismatists.
