5000 Shillings (Sedov) 1998 front 5000 Shillings (Sedov) 1998 back
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5000 Shillings Sedov

1998 year
Silver (.999) 7.06 g 29.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Somalia
Period
Somali Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
5000 Shillings 5000 SOS = USD 8.76
Currency
Shilling (1962-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
7.06 g
Diameter
29.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#374849
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Sedov
1998

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5000 Shillings (Sedov) 1998 coin from Somalia is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of the Russian explorer and naval officer, Georgy Sedov, who led an expedition to the Arctic in 1912. The coin's design also includes an image of the ship, Vitosha, which was used during Sedov's expedition. This coin is a rare and interesting collectible for numismatists and history enthusiasts, as it highlights the connection between Somalia and Russia's history of exploration.