1 Pound Suez Canal Reopening
1401 (1981) year| Gold (.875) (Silver .025, Copper .100) | 8 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1401 (1981) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 EGP = USD 0.021 |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) (Silver .025, Copper .100) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#268063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Grain stalk right of canal scene
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ديسمبر ١٩٨٠ ذكرى الإفتتاح الثالث لقناة السويس
Translation: December 1980 3rd Anniversary of the Reopening of the Suez Canal
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the reopening of the Suez Canal in 1981, which was a significant event in Egypt's history. The canal had been closed for several years due to the Six-Day War in 1967, and its reopening marked a major milestone in the country's economic and political development. The coin's design features an image of the Suez Canal, along with the dates of its construction and reopening, and the Egyptian coat of arms. The use of gold, silver, and copper in the coin's composition adds to its value and symbolism, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1401 (1981) | 150 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pound (Suez Canal Reopening) 1401 (1981) coin.
