Somaliland - 5 Shillings - 1994 - P1 - B101a - Unc
The Birth of a Currency: Somaliland s 5 Shillings (1994) - On October 18, 1994, Somaliland issued its first independent banknotes, replacing the Somali Shilling at a rate of 100 to 1. This 5 Shillings note is a piece of that history. - The reverse features the legendary Naasa-Hablood twin hills a natural landmark that symbolizes the resilience and identity of the Somali people. The front showcases the Goodirka Building, the heart of Somaliland s early governance, alongside the graceful Greater Kudu antelope. - Small in size (120 x 53 mm) but massive in historical significance, this note represents the dawn of a new era for the region.
Somaliland 5 Shillings – 1994 | B101a | First Issue Series - Uncirculated
A historic piece from the inaugural 1994 currency series of the Republic of Somaliland. This compact green and brown note marks the end of the Somali Shilling era and the beginning of Somaliland’s independent monetary system.
Key Features: ✅ Obverse: Goodirka Building (former House of Rep., now Supreme Court); Male Greater Kudu antelope. ✅ Reverse: Two nomads with camels against the iconic Naasa-Hablood twin hills near Hargeisa. ✅ Security: Plain note (no watermark, no security thread). ✅ Prefix: AD (Signature 1). ✅ Size: 120 x 53 mm (Compact format).
A foundational piece for any collection of Horn of Africa or unrecognized state currencies.
| Title | Somaliland - 5 Shillings - 1994 - P1 - B101a - Unc |
|---|---|
| Brand | SOMALILAND |
| Category | SOMALILAND |
| SKU | SOM.101a |
| Condition | new |
| MPN | SOM.101a |
