25 Shillings Wildlife of Somalia and East Africa
1998 year| Copper-nickel | 20.35 g | 37.9 mm |
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Period | Somali Republic (1960-1969) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 25 Shillings (25 Shilin) 25 SOS = USD 0.044 |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 20.35 g |
| Diameter | 37.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#192502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Multicolored Leopard
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WILDLIFE OF SOMALIA & EAST AFRICA
· 1998 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1998 Somalia 25 Shillings coin featuring the Wildlife of Somalia and East Africa is a unique collector's item, as it was produced in a limited quantity and features a distinctive design that showcases the region's rich wildlife heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of a lion, while the reverse side depicts a leopard, an elephant, and a giraffe, all of which are native species to the region. The coin's copper-nickel composition and 20.35g weight also make it stand out from other coins in the series.
