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10 Pounds 15th Hijrah Century; Aluminium Essai

1400 (1979) year
Aluminium - -
Description
Issuer
Sudan
Period
Democratic Republic (1969-1985)
Type
Pattern
Year
1400 (1979)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
10 Pounds (10&nbspSDP)
Currency
First pound (1956-1992)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
8 June 1992
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#114565
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Comment

Listed twice in Krause as E10 (mintage 40) and E15 (mintage 25)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Pounds (15th Hijrah Century; Aluminium Essai) 1400 (1979) from Sudan made of Aluminium is that it was designed by the renowned British artist and designer, David Gentleman. Gentleman is known for his work on various coins and stamps, and his design for this coin features a unique blend of traditional Islamic motifs and modern elements. The coin's obverse side features the Sudanese coat of arms, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of a mosque, symbolizing the country's Islamic heritage. The use of aluminum as the material for the coin was also a deliberate choice, as it was a relatively new and innovative material at the time, reflecting the country's commitment to modernization and progress.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1400 (1979)  25 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pounds (15th Hijrah Century; Aluminium Essai) 1400 (1979) coin.