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Information on the Somalian Elephant Silver Coin Series |
| The Somalian Elephant Silver Coin, part of the African Wildlife series, first issued in 2004, is recognized for its 99.9% silver purity and distinctive designs that change annually to depict various scenes of elephants in the wild. This feature not only celebrates the natural heritage of Somalia but also increases the coin's desirability among collectors and investors each year. |
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Coin Name: The Somalian Elephant Silver Coin |
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Minted By: Bavarian State Mint, Germany, under the authority of the Somali Republic |
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First Released in: 2004 |
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Legal Tender Value: 100 Somali Shillings |
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Sizes Available: 1 Ounce, 10 Ounce, 1 Kilogram |
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Annual Mintage: The mintage of the Somalian Elephant coins can vary significantly each year. While specific mintage numbers are often not released, the series is known for having relatively lower mintages compared to other major bullion programs, adding to its collectibility. |
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Coin Dimensions and Specification: The Somalian Elephant Silver Coin is part of the African Wildlife series and is struck in 99.9% pure silver. The standard issue of the coin is 1 troy ounce (31.1 grams), with a diameter of 39 mm. This series is known for its high-quality strike and the variety of sizes available, including 10 ounce and 1 kilogram coins. |
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Coin Design: Obverse: The obverse features the coat of arms of Somalia: two leopards supporting a shield and a star, with crossed spears and palm fronds in the background. The year of issue and the face value also appear. Reverse: The reverse design changes annually but always focuses on the African elephant, depicting it in various natural settings. These designs highlight the elephant in dynamic poses, often with detailed landscapes that enhance the aesthetic appeal of the coin. |
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Other Coins in the Series: The Somalian Elephant coin is part of the broader African Wildlife series, which includes not only silver but also gold and occasionally platinum versions, all featuring the elephant. These maintain the same annual change in design theme, which showcases the elephant in various natural settings. The series has expanded to feature other African wildlife, including the leopard. |
