Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
10 Fils
| Brass (63% Copper, 37% Zinc) | 4.25 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | North Yemen |
|---|---|
| Period | Yemen Arab Republic (1962-1990) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1394-1400 (1974-1980) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Fils (0.10 YER) |
| Currency | Rial (decimalized, 1974-1990) |
| Composition | Brass (63% Copper, 37% Zinc) |
| Weight | 4.25 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Denomination within circle
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
البنك المركزى اليمنى
١٠
فلوس
١٣٩٤ - ١٩٧٤
Translation:
Central Bank of Yemen
10 Fils
1974 1394
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Fils coin from North Yemen, minted between 1974 and 1980, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin bears the inscription "الجمهورية اليمنية" (Al-Jumhuriyah al-Yamaniyah), which means "The Yemeni Republic," in Arabic script. On the other side, it features a stylized image of a traditional Yemeni dhow, a type of sailing vessel that has been used for centuries in the region's maritime trade. The coin's design serves as a nod to Yemen's rich maritime history and its importance in the country's economic and cultural development.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1394 (1974) | 5024 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1400 (1980) | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Fils 1394-1400 (1974-1980) coin.
