5000 Shillings Elephant
2002 year| Silver (.850) | 33.73 g | 38.65 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 5000 Shillings 5000 UGX = USD 1.36 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.850) |
| Weight | 33.73 g |
| Diameter | 38.65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#209675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Front-facing African elephant (Loxodonta africana).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE BIG FIVE
"OUT OF AFRICA"
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5000 Shillings (Elephant) 2002 coin from Uganda is a unique piece that features an elephant on its obverse side, which is not commonly seen on coins. It's a non-circulating coin, meaning it's not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item. Additionally, it's made of silver (.850) and weighs 33.73 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's piece.
