5000 Shillings Leopard; large type
1993 year| Silver (.999) | 500 g | 55 mm |
| Issuer | Uganda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 5000 Shillings 5000 UGX = USD 1.36 |
| Currency | New shilling (1987-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 500 g |
| Diameter | 55 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#209065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two leopards (Panthera pardus) on tree branch, coat of arms of Uganda at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROTECTION OF AFRICAN NATURE
ENDANGERED WILDLIFE
5000 SHILLINGS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Underweight coins exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1993 Ugandan 5000 Shillings silver coin is that it features a unique leopard design, which is not commonly found on coins. The leopard is depicted in a standing position, with its head turned to the side and its tail curled around its body. The coin's design is said to symbolize the strength and agility of the leopard, which is a revered animal in Ugandan culture. Additionally, the coin's large size and high silver content make it a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Shillings (Leopard; large type) 1993 coin.
