1 Pound (Muhammad Metwali Alsharawi) 1419 (1998) front 1 Pound (Muhammad Metwali Alsharawi) 1419 (1998) back
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1 Pound Muhammad Metwali Alsharawi

1419 (1998) year
Silver (.720) 15 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1419 (1998)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Pound 1 EGP = USD 0.021
Currency
Pound (1916-date)
Composition
Silver (.720)
Weight
15 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#114020
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Bust of Muhammad Metwali Alsharawi holding the Quran

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Muhamad Motwali Alsharawi (April 15, 1911 – June 17, 1998) was an Islamic scholar, former Egyptian minister of Endowments and Muslim jurist. He has been called one of Egypt's most popular and successful Islamic preachers, and "one of the most-prominent symbols of popular Egyptian culture" in the decades of 1970, 80s and 90s.

Interesting fact

The 1 Pound (Muhammad Metwali Alsharawi) 1419 (1998) coin from Egypt features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Al-Azhar Mosque, which is one of the most famous and historically significant mosques in the world. The mosque is known for its stunning architecture and is considered a symbol of Islamic civilization. The reverse side of the coin features an image of Muhammad Metwali Alsharawi, a renowned Egyptian poet and writer who was known for his contributions to Arabic literature. The coin's design serves as a tribute to Egypt's rich history and cultural identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1419 (1998)  2000 - - - - - -

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