© G. Gilles
© G. Gilles
250 Shillings Sapphire
1998 year| Silver (.925) | 24.18 g | 38.68 mm |
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Period | Somali Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 250 Shillings (250 Shilin) 250 SOS = USD 0.44 |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 24.18 g |
| Diameter | 38.68 mm |
| Thickness | 2.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#40251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Colourize, blue saphire insert.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• GEMSTONES OF THE AFRICAN CONTINENT •
Sapphire
· 1998 ·
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1998 Somalia 250 Shillings (Sapphire) silver coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a majestic lion's head on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the Somali coat of arms and the year of issue. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with a limited mintage of only 25,000 pieces, making it a sought-after addition to any numismatic collection.
