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1 Ghirsh / Piastre zinc
1940 year| Zinc | 3.5 g | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | Lebanon |
|---|---|
| Period | Lebanese Republic (1926-1945) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1940 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (0.01 LBP) |
| Currency | Lebanese pound (1939-date) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 24.4 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#8582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 48% |
Reverse
Hole in centre flanked by lion heads with value and dates below
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
غرش واحد
1 PIASTRE 1
1940 -١٩٤٠
Translation:
1 Piastre 1
1940
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Similar to KM#3Interesting fact
The 1 Ghirsh / Piastre (zinc) 1940 coin from Lebanon was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the country. Lebanon had just gained its independence from France in 1943, and the country was experiencing significant economic growth and development. The coin's design, which features a cedar tree and a Phoenician ship, reflects Lebanon's rich history and cultural heritage. The use of zinc in the coin's minting was also a notable feature, as it was a departure from the traditional use of copper or silver in coinage. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece of Lebanon's history and a testament to the country's resilience and growth during a time of change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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