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{{/presale}}One of the most popular silver coins in the world, the Somalia Elephant Coin debuted for the nation in 2004, but had been previously issued as early as 1999. The collection has long used fresh designs of the African bush elephant on its reverse face each year, placing it among the leaders in this design trend in the precious metals industry. Right now, you can get 2009 Somalia Elephant 1 oz Silver Coins online at Provident Metals.
Highlights:
With your purchase of 2009 Somalia Elephant 1 oz Silver Coins, you receive a coin that is housed in a protective packet from the mint. The Somalia Elephant coins in this listing are a product of the Bavarian State Mint and arrive in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Obverse
On the obverse side of 2009 Somalia Elephant 1 oz Silver Coins is a depiction of the Somali coat of arms. The national emblem includes a crowned shield with a field of horizontal lines. At the center of the shield is a single star, a design reminiscent of the Somali national flag that features a single white star on a field of blue. The shield is supported by leopards and features crossed spears and fern leaves below.
Reverse
The reverse of the 2009 Somalia Elephant 1 oz Silver Coin includes the image of an African bush elephant. The elephant depicted here is shown in the short grass at the edge of a large body of water in right-profile relief. The elephants ears are fluffed out and its trunk raised as the sun rises into the sky in the background. The African bush elephant is the largest land mammal in the world and is one of three elephant species still alive in the world. The others include the African forest elephant and the Asian elephant.
History
The African Wildlife Series Elephant coins debuted in 1999 as the Zambia Elephant Series. The coins were issued in 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver for Zambia from 1999 to 2003, and each year featured a new reverse design of the African bush elephant. This tradition has continued since 2004 when the Bavarian State Mint switched the series to Somalia.
Ordering
If you have any questions about these silver coins, Provident Metals is happy to assist. You can call us on the phone at 800-313-3315, chat with us live online, or simply send us an email with your inquiries.
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