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10 Qirsh FAO - Saving for Development
1397 (1977) year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1397 (1977) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Piastres (0.10 EGP) |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7487 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Various labourers surround centre design
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and their efforts towards saving for development. The coin's design features the FAO's emblem on one side and the Egyptian coat of arms on the other. This coin was part of a series of commemorative coins issued by Egypt in the 1970s to promote various international organizations and causes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1397 (1977) | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Qirsh (FAO - Saving for Development) 1397 (1977) coin.
