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⅕ Ouguiya
1393 (1973) year| Aluminium | 1.4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritania |
|---|---|
| Period | Islamic Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1393 (1973) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Khoums = ⅕ Ouguiya (⅕ MRO) |
| Currency | Old Ouguiya (1973-2018) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.80 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 2018 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#2511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Centre: Crescent & Star with Sprigs on either-side & below the denomination in Arabic (1 Khoums).
Outer Circle: Arabic lettering of the Country's Central Bank & the year in Islamic or Hijri calendar.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
البنك المركزي الموريتاني
خمس
١٣٩٣
Translation:
Central Bank of Mauritania
1 Khoums
1393
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ⅕ Ouguiya coin from Mauritania, which was minted in 1973, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Mauritanian woman wearing a veil and holding a jar, while on the other side, there is an image of a camel, which is a symbol of strength and resilience in Mauritanian culture. This coin is a great example of how currency can serve as a representation of a country's history, culture, and values.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1393 (1973) | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅕ Ouguiya 1393 (1973) coin.