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250 Shillings Pope John Paul II
2005 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 20.12 g | 38.5 mm |
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Period | Somali Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 250 Shillings (250 Shilin) 250 SOS = USD 0.44 |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 20.12 g |
| Diameter | 38.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#45391 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pope John Paul II with staff facing half right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LIFE OF JOHN PAUL II
· 2005 ·
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 250 Shillings (Pope John Paul II) 2005 coin from Somalia is that it features a unique design, showcasing Pope John Paul II on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Somalia, which includes a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, symbolizing the country's Islamic heritage and its aspirations for unity and progress.
