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1 Pound al-Azhar Mosque
1359 (1970) year| Silver (.720) | 25 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | United Arab Republic (1958-1971) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1359 (1970) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 EGP = USD 0.021 |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.720) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Center circle divides dates
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
الجمهورية العربية المتحدة
واحد جنيه
1359-1361
1970-1972
العيد الألفى للأزهر الشريف
Translation:
The United Arab Republic
One Pound
The Millennial Anniversary of Al-Azhar Mosque
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Al-Azhar Mosque, which is one of the most famous and historically significant mosques in the world. Located in Cairo, Egypt, it was built in 970 AD and has been a center of Islamic learning and scholarship for centuries. The mosque is known for its stunning architecture and is considered a symbol of Islamic culture and civilization. The coin's design highlights the importance of this mosque in Egyptian history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1359 (1970) | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pound (al-Azhar Mosque) 1359 (1970) coin.
