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Somalia Banknote 500 shilling 2006 DIM 80 AED

Name: Somalia Banknote 500 shilling 2006 DIM 80 AED
Price: 80 AED
Availability: InStock

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Item Details

Age

10+ years

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Used an average amount, as frequently as would be expected

Posted on: 2nd April 2026

Description

🧾 General Information
Country: Somaliland
Issuer: Bank of Somaliland
Denomination: 500 Somaliland Shillings
Year: 2006
Catalog (Pick): P# 6f
Serial Number: FC565903
Condition (graded): Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ (Exceptional Paper Quality)
Grading Company: DIM Currency
🎨 Obverse (Front) Design
Main title: BAANKA SOMALILAND (top center)
Central image: Government/administrative building in Hargeisa
Denomination (English): 500 Somaliland Shillings
Denomination (Somali): Shan Boqol SL Shilin
Arabic numerals: “٥٠٠” on both sides
Language mix: Somali + English + Arabic numerals
Signatures: Two officials printed below the central image
Date location: “HARGEYSA 2006”
🎨 Design Elements & Security Features
Primary colors: Green, teal, orange, and light pastel tones
Patterns:
Intricate geometric guilloches
Floral/ornamental motifs
Security features (typical for this issue):
Watermark (visible under light)
Security thread
Fine microprinting
Complex line patterns to prevent counterfeiting
🔢 Serial Number
Appears twice on the front
Format: FC565903
Printed in black ink
🏙️ Cultural & Historical Context
The note represents Hargeisa, the capital city
Reflects Somaliland’s post-1991 independent monetary system (not internationally recognized but locally used)
📊 Grading Meaning
66 EPQ (Gem Uncirculated):
Nearly perfect condition
No folds, crisp paper
Original paper quality preserved
High collector value
💰 Collector Value (approximate)
In this graded condition:
💵 $40 – $90+ USD depending on demand and market
Raw (uncertified) notes are usually much lower
⭐ Summary

This is a high-grade collectible banknote from Somaliland, featuring:

Clean preservation (EPQ)
Attractive multi-color design
Strong numismatic interest due to limited recognition and regional history