© M@verick
© M@verick
50 Shillings
| Nickel plated steel | 3.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1998-2015 |
| Value | 50 Shillings 50 UGX = USD 0.014 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#6657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Front-facing waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus), mountains in background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANK OF UGANDA
50
SHILLINGS
1998
Engraver: Stan Witten
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Shillings coin from Uganda features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Ugandan drum, which is a symbol of the country's rich musical traditions. On the other side, there is an image of a crested crane, which is Uganda's national bird and a symbol of grace and beauty. This design was created by the Ugandan artist, David M. M. K. Muwanga, and it has been featured on the coin since its introduction in 1998.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2003 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2007 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2012 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2015 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Shillings 1998-2015 coin.
