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1 Qirsh / Piastre
1955 year| Aluminium bronze (91% Copper, 9% Aluminium) | 2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Lebanon |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1943-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1955 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (0.01 LBP) |
| Currency | Lebanese pound (1939-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (91% Copper, 9% Aluminium) |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#6959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 PIASTRE
1955
REPUBLIQUE LIBANAISE
Translation: Lebanese Republic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1955 Lebanese 1 Qirsh / Piastre coin is that it was designed by the renowned French engraver and sculptor, Albert Decaris. Decaris was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for the 1 Qirsh / Piastre coin features a stylized image of a cedar tree, which is a symbol of Lebanon and its rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Qirsh / Piastre 1955 coin.
