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500 Shillings Pope Paul VI
| Gold (.900) | 69.12 g | 53 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1969-1970 |
| Value | 500 Shillings (500 UGS) |
| Currency | Shilling (1966-1987) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 69.12 g |
| Diameter | 53 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#208738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Front-facing upper body of Pope Paul VI, with left hand raised, wearing hat, above globe with visited cities.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANK OF UGANDA
PAUL VI
KAMPALA
1969
JERUSALEM 1964
BOMBAY 1964
NEW-YORK 1965
FATIMA 1967
CONSTANTINOPLE 1967
BOGOTA 1968
GENEVA 1969
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Shillings (Pope Paul VI) coin from Uganda is that it was issued to commemorate the visit of Pope Paul VI to Uganda in 1969. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on one side and the Ugandan coat of arms on the other. It is made of gold (.900) and weighs 69.12 grams, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in religious history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 1680 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Shillings (Pope Paul VI) 1969-1970 coin.
