500 Shillings (Pope John Paul II) 2005 front 500 Shillings (Pope John Paul II) 2005 back
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500 Shillings Pope John Paul II

2005 year
Silver plated copper-nickel 18.84 g -
Description
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
Size
34.1 × 34.1 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Square with rounded corners
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#84861
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Coloured picture of Pope John Paul II in full white robes with other religious persons

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE LIFE OF POPE JOHN PAUL II
· 2005 ·

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 500 Shillings (Pope John Paul II) 2005 coin from Somalia is that it features a unique design, showcasing Pope John Paul II on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Somalia, along with the inscription "Somali Republic" in Somali language.