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5 Shillings Afghan hound

2019 year
Brass 4.95 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Somaliland
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2019
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#165838
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Face of Dog

Script: Latin

Lettering: Levrier Afghan

Translation: Afghan hound

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 5 Shillings (Afghan Hound) coin from Somaliland features a unique design, showcasing an Afghan Hound dog breed on the obverse side, which is not commonly seen on coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2019  - - - - - -

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