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4000 Shillings Zheng He: Giraffe
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 25 g | 37.2 mm |
| Location | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | CIT |
| Period | Somali Republic (1960-1969) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 4000 Shillings (4000 Shilin) 4000 SOS = USD 7.00 |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#195011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The pet giraffe of the Sultan of Bengal, brought from the Somali Ajuran Empire, and later taken to China in the thirteenth year of Yongle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
鄭和
2005
AFRICAN TRIBUTE TO
THE MING DYNASTY
Interesting fact
The Zheng He: Giraffe coin, released in 2005, features an image of a giraffe on its obverse side, which is unusual for a coin, as giraffes are not typically associated with China or its currency. The coin's design was inspired by the famous Chinese explorer Zheng He, who visited East Africa in the 15th century and may have encountered giraffes during his travels. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Chinese history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1888 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4000 Shillings (Zheng He: Giraffe) 2005 coin.
