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50 Shillings Elephant; Gold
2016 yearGold (.9999) | 1.24412 g | 14 mm |
Issuer | Somalia |
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Period | Somali Republic (1991-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2016 |
Value | 50 Shillings (50 Shilin) 50 SOS = USD 0.09 |
Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
Composition | Gold (.9999) |
Weight | 1.24412 g |
Diameter | 14 mm |
Thickness | 0.7 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#97505 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Trumpeting elephant in grass.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· AFRICAN WILDLIFE ·
ELEPHANT · 1/25 oz Au 999.9
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Shillings (Elephant; Gold) 2016 coin from Somalia has a unique feature - it has a frosted finish, which gives it a distinctive look and feel. This finish is achieved through a special minting process that creates a textured, matte surface. The frosted finish not only adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal but also helps to highlight the intricate details of the elephant design.