Item Description
 
The 2021 Somalia Silver Elephant BU coin showcases one of Africa’s most iconic animals and is struck from 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine silver. Part of the long-running African Wildlife Series, this issue combines exceptional silver purity with a annually changing design that continues to attract both collectors and investors worldwide.
 
First introduced as part of Somalia’s official coinage in 2004, the Elephant series is renowned for its evolving reverse artwork while maintaining a consistent national identity on the obverse. Struck by the Bavarian State Mint in Germany, the 2021 release reflects world-class craftsmanship, precision, and enduring appeal rooted in wildlife symbolism and sovereign bullion quality.
 
Round Highlights
 
Contains 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine silver
 
Issued in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition
 
Legal tender coin with a face value of 100 shillings
 
Part of the African Wildlife Somalian Elephant series
 
Struck by the Bavarian State Mint in Germany
 
Features a unique annual reverse design
 
Design Details
 
Obverse
 
The obverse features the national coat of arms of Somalia, accompanied by inscriptions denoting the country name, the face value of 100 shillings, and the year of issue. This consistent obverse design reinforces the coin’s status as official Somali legal tender.
 
Reverse
 
The reverse displays a detailed close-up of an adult African elephant, with its trunk extending toward the rim of the coin. The scene is enriched by an Acacia tree, surrounding foliage, and a bird in flight, capturing the natural environment and majesty of Africa’s largest land mammal.