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5 Shillings Amazona Xanthops
2020 year| Brass | 4.9 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Somaliland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 5 Shillings (5 SLS) |
| Currency | Shilling (1994-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#239616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Face of Parrot
Script: Latin
Lettering: Amazona xanthops
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 (Amazona Xanthops) 2020 coin from Somaliland features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife. The coin's obverse side features an image of a lion, while the reverse side features an image of an Amazon Xanthops, a species of butterfly found in Somaliland. This design was chosen to highlight the importance of conservation and protecting the country's natural resources.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Shillings (Amazona Xanthops) 2020 coin.
