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1 Fils - Faisal I
| Bronze | 2.5 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | British Mandate of Mesopotamia (Iraq) |
|---|---|
| King | Faisal I (1921-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1349-1352 (1930-1933) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fils (فلس) (0.001 IQD) |
| Currency | Dinar (1931-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 6 January 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#24784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Denomination in the center with dates by sides in Gregorian and Islamic calendars. Official name of the country above and below the denomination
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
المملكة
1
فلس
١٣٤٩ ١٩٣١
العراقية
Translation:
Kingdom
1 Fils
1931 1349
of Iraq
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Fils - Faisal I 1349-1352 (1930-1933) coin from the British Mandate of Mesopotamia (Iraq) is that it features a unique blend of traditional Islamic design elements and modernist influences. The coin's obverse side features an image of King Faisal I, while the reverse side depicts a stylized representation of the Mesopotamian goddess Ishtar, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage. The use of a historical figure and a mythological symbol on the same coin highlights the complex cultural dynamics of the region during the early 20th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1349 (1930) | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1352 (1933) | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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