Somalia 10 Shillings 1979 - 10Th Anniversary Of Republic

Overview

Somalia 10 Shillings Coin Struck In 1979 To Commemorate The 10Th Anniversary Of The Somali Democratic Republic (1969-1979). The Obverse Depicts A Group Of Figures In Traditional Dress, Including Dancers And A Drummer, With The Denomination "10 Shillings" In English And Arabic Script Above. The Reverse Features The Coat Of Arms Of The Somali Democratic Republic, Flanked By Two Leopards, With The Dates 1969-1979 In Both Western And Arabic Numerals. The Legend Reads "Jamhuuriyadda Dimoqraadiga Soomaaliya" (Somali Democratic Republic) In Somali And Arabic Around The Upper Portion, And "Sannad Guuradii 10Aad Ee Kacaanka" (10Th Anniversary Of The Revolution) Along The Lower Portion.

Grade (Our Assessment): About Uncirculated (Au-50)
Slabbed: No (Raw Coin)

Specifications

* Country: Somalia
* Denomination: 10 Shillings
* Year: 1979
* Composition: Cupro-Nickel
* Diameter: Approximately 38 Mm (Measured Against Ruler In Photo)

Surface And Condition Notes

* Light Contact Marks On The Obverse High Points, Particularly On The Figures
* Minor Surface Marks Consistent With Light Handling
* Faint Toning Across Both Sides
* Design Detail Remains Strong On Both Obverse And Reverse
* Legends And Inscriptions Are Sharp And Fully Legible On Both Sides
* No Rim Damage Visible

Commemorative Issue

This Coin Was Issued To Mark The 10Th Anniversary Of The Founding Of The Somali Democratic Republic In 1969. The Reverse Inscription In Somali, "Sannad Guuradii 10Aad Ee Kacaanka," Translates To The 10Th Anniversary Of The Revolution. The Obverse Design Of Dancing Figures And A Drummer Reflects Cultural Celebration.334414+27

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