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½ Riyal / 50 Halalas - Fayṣal
1392 (1972) year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 6.5 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Saudi Arabia › Saudi Arabia (1932-date) |
|---|---|
| King | Faisal bin Abdulaziz (1964-1975) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1392 (1972) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 Halalas (0.50 SAR) |
| Currency | Riyal (1960-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value in 2 scripts and Muslim year
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
خمسون هللة
نصف
ريال
50 ٥٠
١۳۹۲هـ
Translation:
Fifty Halalas
Half
Rial
50 50
1392
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The ½ Riyal / 50 Halalas coin from Saudi Arabia, issued in 1972 during the reign of King Fayṣal, features a unique design that reflects the country's Islamic heritage. The coin's obverse side features the King's name and title in Arabic, surrounded by a wreath of leaves, while the reverse side bears the denomination and the date in both Islamic and Gregorian calendars. The use of both calendars was a common practice in Saudi Arabia at the time, reflecting the country's commitment to its Islamic traditions while also acknowledging the global standard of using the Gregorian calendar. This coin is a fascinating example of how cultural and religious values can be incorporated into everyday objects like currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1392 (1972) | 16000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Riyal / 50 Halalas - Fayṣal 1392 (1972) coin.
