2500 Shilingi Crocodile
1998 year| Silver (.925) | 155.36 g | 65 mm |
| Issuer | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1964-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 2500 Shilingi 2500 TZS = USD 0.92 |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 155.36 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#173742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crocodile head with full body image, value below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SERENGETI WILDLIFE
CROCODILE
2500
SHILINGI ELFU MBILI MIA TANO
Translation:
Serengeti Wildlife
Crocodile
2500
Two Thousand Five Hundred Shillings
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2500 Shilingi (Crocodile) coin from Tanzania, made of Silver (.925) and weighing 155.36g, features a unique crocodile design on its reverse side, which is not commonly seen on coins. This design was chosen to symbolize the wildlife diversity of Tanzania and to promote conservation efforts in the country.
