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1 Ghirsh / Piastre cupronickel
| Copper-nickel | 5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Lebanon |
|---|---|
| Period | Lebanese Republic (1926-1945) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1925-1936 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (0.01) |
| Currency | Syrian pound (1920-1939) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.55 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#2312 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Hole in centre flanked by lion heads with value and dates below.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
غرش واحد
1 PIASTRE 1
1931-١٩٣١
Translation:
1 Piastre 1
1931 1931
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Ghirsh / Piastre coin from Lebanon, made of Copper-nickel and weighing 5g, has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency in Lebanon during a time of great political and economic change. The coin was introduced in 1925, during the French Mandate period, and was used until 1936, when Lebanon gained its independence. During this time, Lebanon experienced significant economic growth and political stability, and the coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce in the country.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1933 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 2200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ghirsh / Piastre (cupronickel) 1925-1936 coin.
