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  • 100 Shillings 2003, Somalia, Marine Life Protection
  • 100 Shillings 2003, Somalia, Marine Life Protection
Obverse

Depicts the coat of arms of Somalia, surrounded by the country name in English above and the date below.

The coat of arms of Somalia, adopted on October 10, 1956, features a shield embellished with the Somali flag, accompanied by two Leopards standing atop crossed spears. Positioned at the center of the flag is the Star of Unity, and a crown adorns the top of the shield. Completing the emblem are crossed spears underneath, entwined with a ribbon.

SOMALI REPUBLIC
2003

Reverse

Depicts a pair of multicolored fish positioned in front of a sunken ship and coral reefs within a circular frame. The depiction is framed by an inscription above and a denomination below, both in English.

MARINE LIFE PROTECTION
100 SHILLING

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.925
Weight 25 g
Diameter 38.6 mm
Thickness 2.8 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal

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