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2½ Ghirsh / Piastre WW2 War Coinage; Silver Pattern ND
1941 year| Nickel plated brass | 3.04 g | 17.4 mm |
| Issuer | Syria |
|---|---|
| Period | Mandatory Republic (1930-1946) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1941 |
| Value | 2½ Piastres (0.025 SYP) |
| Currency | Pound (1919-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated brass |
| Weight | 3.04 g |
| Diameter | 17.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#142242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
State name and value in Arabic.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
سورية
١/٢ ٢
غروش
Translation:
Syria
2½
Piastres
Comment
RRRPossibly a pattern.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2½ Ghirsh / Piastre coin from Syria, which was minted in 1941 during World War II, was designed to be used as a substitute for the standard issue coins that were made of silver. Due to the war effort, many countries, including Syria, faced a shortage of precious metals, leading to the creation of coins made from alternative materials like nickel-plated brass. This coin's unique composition and design make it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
