5 Shillings (Ara Rubrogenys) 2020 front 5 Shillings (Ara Rubrogenys) 2020 back
5 Shillings (Ara Rubrogenys) 2020 photo
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5 Shillings Ara Rubrogenys

2020 year
Brass 4.9 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Somaliland
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2020
Value
5 Shillings (5&nbspSLS)
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
References
Numista
N#239618
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Face of Parrot

Script: Latin

Lettering: Ara rubrogenys

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

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Shillings (Ara Rubrogenys) 2020 from Somaliland made of Brass weighing 4.9 g is that it features a unique design, showcasing a Somali woman wearing a traditional headscarf and a necklace, surrounded by intricate patterns and designs that reflect the country's rich cultural heritage.