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1 Qirsh / Piastre Essai
1925 year| Nickel brass | - | - |
| Issuer | Syria |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Syria (1925-1930) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1925 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (0.01 SYP) |
| Currency | Pound (1919-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#158755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
2 lion heads and branches of olive tree.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
غرش وَاحد
1 PIASTRE 1
1925 · ١٩٢٥
ESSAI
Engraver: Henri-Auguste Patey
Edge
Plain
Comment
Essai of KM#71Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Qirsh / Piastre (Essai) 1925 from Syria made of Nickel brass is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Ernest Nivet. Nivet was a prominent artist who worked for the Paris Mint and was known for his elegant and detailed designs. His work can be found on various coins and medals from the early 20th century, including this particular coin from Syria.
