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500 Shillings Pope John Paul II
2005 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 18.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Period | Somali Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 500 Shillings (500 Shilin) 500 SOS = USD 0.88 |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 18.84 g |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#84860 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Coloured picture of Pope John Paul II admiring scenic view of mountains
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LIFE OF POPE JOHN PAUL II
· 2005 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 500 Shillings (Pope John Paul II) coin from Somalia, issued in 2005, features an image of the Pope on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the coat of arms of Somalia. This coin is made of silver-plated copper-nickel and weighs 18.84 grams. It's interesting to note that this coin was issued as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors or special occasions.
