Somalia Elephant 1oz Silver Coin 2010 | margin scheme
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🇸🇴 Somalia Elephant 2010 – 1 oz Silver Coin – Beginning of a Modern Coin Series
The Somalia Elephant 2010 – 1 oz silver coin marks the beginning of a coin series that has developed into one of the most recognized modern silver coin programs featuring nature motifs. With this issue, the elephant was chosen for the first time as the central image of the series—an animal that in many African cultures symbolizes strength, endurance, and calmness. The design follows a clear and objective visual language, presenting the motif without dramatic staging and focusing on the natural presence of the animal.
The obverse features the coat of arms of Somalia, consisting of a shield with a star supported by two leopards. The depiction is clearly structured and precisely modeled. Surrounding inscriptions indicate the issuing country, the denomination, and the year of issue 2010. The lettering is evenly arranged and integrates harmoniously into the surface. This calm design allows the silver to express its bright and clear appearance.
The reverse shows the elephant as the central motif of the coin. The animal is depicted in a natural posture, conveying strength and composure through its calm presence. The powerful body, the characteristic trunk, and the distinct contours are carefully executed. The skin texture is subtly modeled, giving the relief sculptural depth without overwhelming the composition. The background remains deliberately restrained, allowing the elephant to stand clearly at the center and unfold its effect through form and proportion.
The line work of the relief is precise and calm. Light and shadow glide gently across the surface, giving the motif a subtle spatial presence. Integrated into the reverse are the inscriptions 1 oz weight and 999 silver, discreetly and clearly embedded in the coin design. These details blend harmoniously into the overall composition and do not disturb the calm visual impression of the motif.
The 1 oz denomination provides sufficient space to make the details of the elephant motif clearly visible. The silver appears in a bright, even luster, emphasizing the precision of the minting process. The surface looks balanced and calm, while the relief heights are clearly defined. The cleanly finished rim forms a harmonious conclusion to the coin.
The introduction of the Somalia Elephant series in 2010 established a program that combines nature depiction with modern minting craftsmanship. The elephant became the recurring motif, reinterpreted each year while maintaining its symbolic meaning.
The Somalia Elephant 2010 – 1 oz silver coin unites a nature motif, clear design, and the quiet presence of silver. It presents the elephant as a powerful yet calm symbol of African wildlife and forms the starting point of a series that continues to this day.
| Metal | Silver |
| Form | Silver Coin |
| Country of Origin | Somalia |
| Issuer | Bayrisches Hauptmünzamt |
| Manufacturer | Bayerisches Hauptmünzamt |
| Series | Somalia Elephant |
| Purity | 999/1000 |
| Fineweight | 31.10 gram |
| Gross Weight | 31.10 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1 oz |
| Year of issue | 2010 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 100 Shilling |
| Thickness | 3.10 mm |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |
| Packaging Unit | 20 per tube |
| Large Packaging 2 | 500 per Box |