© Chiefa Coins
© Chiefa Coins
10 Fils Ishtar Gate; Non-Magnetic
1402 (1982) year| Copper-nickel | 6.75 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Iraq |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1402 (1982) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Fils (فلوس) (0.010 IQD) |
| Currency | Dinar (1931-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 6.75 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Ishtar gate
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ١٤٠٢هـ ١٩٨٢م
Translation: 1982 1402
Comment
Proof Set (KM#PS6) :
© Image courtesy of Stephen Album Rare Coins
Interesting fact
The Ishtar Gate, which is featured on the obverse of the coin, was one of the eight gates of the ancient city of Babylon, built in the 6th century BC. The gate was dedicated to the goddess Ishtar and was decorated with images of lions, bulls, and dragons. The gate was rediscovered in the early 20th century and has been partially reconstructed and is now on display at the Pergamon Museum in Berlin, Germany.
