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1 Qirsh / 10 Fils - Hussein
| Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) | 5.9 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Jordan |
|---|---|
| King | Hussein bin Talal (1952-1999) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1398-1409 (1978-1989) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Fils 0.010 JOD = USD 0.014 |
| Currency | Dinar (1949-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) |
| Weight | 5.9 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Lettering:
١٤٠٦هـ-١٩٨٥م
قرش
١٠ فلوس
TEN FILS
THE HASHEMITE KINGDOM
OF JORDAN
Translation:
1985-1406
One Qirsh
10 Fils
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Qirsh / 10 Fils coin from Jordan featuring King Hussein's image was the first coin in the country to bear the king's portrait. It was introduced in 1978 and remained in circulation until 1989, when it was replaced by a new design. This coin was significant not only for its design but also for its metal composition, which was made of bronze, a combination of copper, zinc, and tin. The use of bronze in coinage was a common practice in many countries, including Jordan, as it was a durable and cost-effective material.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1398 (1978) | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1404 (1984) | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1406 (1985) | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1409 (1989) | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Qirsh / 10 Fils - Hussein 1398-1409 (1978-1989) coin.
