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1 Pound Year of the Child
1399 (1979) year| Silver (.720) (Copper .280) | 15 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1399 (1979) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 EGP = USD 0.021 |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.720) (Copper .280) |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#25640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
Reverse
Sitting woman breastfeeding a child
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
التغذية والصحة
IYC
Translation:
Alimentation and Health
International Year of the Child
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1979 Egyptian 1 Pound Year of the Child coin is that it features a unique design that represents the theme of children and family. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a young boy and a girl, surrounded by the words "Year of the Child" in Arabic and English. The reverse side features a stylized image of a family, with a man, woman, and child standing together, surrounded by a wreath of flowers. This design was created by the Egyptian artist, Ahmed Fathi, and it symbolizes the importance of family and children in Egyptian culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1399 (1979) | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pound (Year of the Child) 1399 (1979) coin.
