© Duraid Abdulkarim
© Duraid Abdulkarim
100 Fils - Faisal II
1375 (1955) year| Silver (.500) | 10.0 g | 29.0 mm |
| Issuer | Hashemite Kingdom (Iraq) |
|---|---|
| King | Faisal II (1953-1958) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1375 (1955) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 100 Fils (فلوس) (0.100 IQD) |
| Currency | Dinar (1931-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 10.0 g |
| Diameter | 29.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 6 January 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#102681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lettering:
فيصل الثاني
ملك العراق
Translation:
Faisal the Second
King of Iraq
Comment
More information about this coin can be found here:https://arabiancoins.wordpress.com/2012/09/25/the-many-forms-of-the-iraq-100-fils-1955/
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Fils - Faisal II 1375 (1955) coin from Hashemite Kingdom (Iraq) is that it features a unique blend of traditional Arabic calligraphy and modernist design elements. The obverse side of the coin showcases a portrait of King Faisal II, while the reverse side features an intricate pattern of interlocking circles and Arabic script. This combination of traditional and modern design elements gives the coin a distinctive and eye-catching look that sets it apart from other coins of the time.
