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5 Shillings Acinonyx Jubatus

2016 year
Brass 4.95 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Somaliland
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
5 Shillings (5&nbspSLS)
Currency
Shilling (1994-date)
Composition
Brass
Weight
4.95 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1.35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#95454
Rarity index
50%

Reverse

Face of Feline

Script: Latin

Lettering: Acinonyx Jubatus

Edge

Plain

Comment

After the collapse of the government of Somalia in the 1990's, the northern portion of the country, once known as British Somaliland, declared independence. Despite the lack of international recognition, it has one of the better functioning governments in Africa.

Interesting fact

The Acinonyx Jubatus, also known as the cheetah, is the fastest land animal on Earth, capable of reaching speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (113 kilometers per hour). This makes it an impressive feature on the 5 Shillings coin from Somaliland, highlighting the country's rich wildlife and natural beauty.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Shillings (Acinonyx Jubatus) 2016 coin.