Catalog
| Issuer | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Year | 2020 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 1000 Shillings (1000 Shilin) |
| Currency | Shilling (1962-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#349 |
| Obverse description | Date split by national arms, value below. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | SOMALI REPUBLIC 20 20 1.000 SHILLINGS |
| Reverse description | Two elephants facing each other with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | AFRICAN WILDLIFE · ELEPHANT · 1 oz Au 999.9 · |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
2020 - - |
| Numisquare ID | 1006972890 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: The 2020 1000 Shillings Elephant coin represents a modern numismatic offering from the Federal Republic of Somalia. Not circulating currency, this gold bullion piece serves as a significant international investment and collectible, part of the long-running African Wildlife series initiated in 2004. Issued under President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, its significance lies in its role within the global bullion market, showcasing Somalia's name through an annual tribute to African fauna.
Artistry: The design, likely by a minting team, adheres to a contemporary realist stylistic school, emphasizing the naturalistic depiction of the African elephant. The obverse displays Somalia's national Coat of Arms: a shield with a star supported by two leopards, flanked by crossed spears and palm fronds, alongside the country's name, year, and denomination. The 2020 reverse features a majestic adult