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10 Qirush / Piastres
1955 year| Aluminium bronze | 3.94 g | 21.8 mm |
| Issuer | Lebanon |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1943-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1955 |
| Value | 10 Piastres (0.10 LBP) |
| Currency | Lebanese pound (1939-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3.94 g |
| Diameter | 21.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#5825 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
A cedar tree - the symbol of Lebanon
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
١٠ قروش
10 PIASTRES
- HAGE
Translation:
10 Piastres
10 Piastres
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 10 Qirush / Piastres 1955 coin from Lebanon made of Aluminium bronze weighing 3.94 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of significant political and economic change in Lebanon. In 1955, Lebanon was experiencing political instability and economic difficulties, which led to the devaluation of the Lebanese pound. As a result, the government introduced a new currency, the Qirush, which was pegged to the US dollar. This coin, which was minted in 1955, features the image of a cedar tree on one side and the value in both Arabic and French on the other. The use of aluminum bronze in the coin's composition was also a unique choice, as most coins of that time were made of copper or nickel. This coin is a tangible reminder of Lebanon's economic history and the efforts made to stabilize its currency during a challenging period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 2175000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Qirush / Piastres 1955 coin.
