2014 Somalia 1 oz Gold African Elephant BU

Struck in 2014 at the Bavarian State Mint in Germany, this one ounce Gold Somalia African Elephant is part of the African Wildlife series, prized by collectors around the world for its portrayal of one of Africa's most remarkable animals. It is offered in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

First issued in gold in 2010, the Somalia Elephant features a new reverse design every year, so each year of issue is unique. The 2014 reverse shows a family of African elephants, a bull, a cow and her calf, walking through the tall grass of the plains with the sun in the distance. Struck in .999 fine gold, this coin contains one full troy ounce of gold.

Coin Highlights

• Contains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine gold
• Part of the African Wildlife series, with a new elephant design each year
• Obverse: the coat of arms of Somalia, the 2014 date and the 1000 shillings face value
• Reverse: a bull, a cow and her calf walking through the plains, with the sun behind them, inscribed AFRICAN WILDLIFE, ELEPHANT and 1 oz Au 999
• Minted at the Bavarian State Mint in Germany

Specifications

• Year: 2014
• Grade: Brilliant Uncirculated
• Mint: Bavarian State Mint
• Denomination: 1000 Shillings (Somalia)
• Metal Content: 1 troy oz
• Purity: .999
• Thickness: 1.9 mm
• Diameter: 38.6 mm
• Weight: 31.10 g
• Edge: Reeded