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50 Shillings Basilica of the Uganda Martyrs
| Gold (.900) | 6.91 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1969-1970 |
| Value | 50 Shillings (50 UGS) |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-1987) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.91 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#13845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Exterior perspective of the Basilica of the Uganda Martyrs in Namugongo, Uganda within circle. Mirrored branches at bottom. Dotted circle around the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANK OF UGANDA
UGANDA MARTYRS' SHRINE
NAMUGONGO
1969
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Shillings (Basilica of the Uganda Martyrs) coin is that it was minted to commemorate the canonization of the Uganda Martyrs, a group of 22 Catholic martyrs who were killed in Uganda between 1885 and 1887 for their religious beliefs. The coin's design features an image of the Basilica of the Uganda Martyrs, which was built to honor the martyrs and is located in Namugongo, Uganda.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 4390 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Shillings (Basilica of the Uganda Martyrs) 1969-1970 coin.
