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1 Qirsh / Piastre
| Nickel brass | 5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Syria |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Syria (1925-1930) Mandatory Republic (1930-1946) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1929-1936 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (0.01 SYP) |
| Currency | Pound (1919-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#2712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Two lion heads and branches of olive tree.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
غرش وَاحد
1 PIASTRE 1
1936 · ١٩٣٦
Translation:
One Qirsh
1 Piastre 1
1936 · 1936
Engraver: Henri-Auguste Patey
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Qirsh / Piastre coin from Syria, which was minted between 1929 and 1936, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a horseman, which is believed to represent the ancient Assyrian king, Sargon II. This design was chosen to commemorate the rich cultural heritage of the region and to highlight the importance of preserving historical artifacts and symbols.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1933 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1935 | 1950000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 1400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Qirsh / Piastre 1929-1936 coin.
