250 Shillings Queen of Sheba

Reverse

Crowned bust 1/4 right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Queen of Sheba
2002

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Queen of Sheba is mentioned in biblical, Koranic and Hebrew accounts as having ruled the kingdom of Sheba, which is said to have stretched from Yemen to northern Ethiopia and Eritrea. Anecdotes and details of the meeting between the Queen and King Solomon in Jerusalem vary according to the source. (Source : www.wikipedia.org)

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

La reine de Saba est mentionnée dans des récits bibliques, coraniques et hébraïques comme ayant régné sur le royaume de Saba, qui s'étendrait du Yémen au nord de l’Éthiopie et en Érythrée. Les anecdotes et détails de la rencontre entre la reine et le roi Salomon à Jérusalem varient selon les sources. (Source : www.wikipedia.org)

Interesting fact

The 250 Shillings (Queen of Sheba) coin from Somalia, minted in 2002, features a unique design that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the country. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Queen of Sheba, a legendary figure from ancient Ethiopian and Yemeni folklore, while the reverse side features a majestic lion, which is a symbol of strength and courage in Somali culture. The coin's intricate design and high-quality silver content make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.

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