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2 Milliemes - Fuad right
1342 (1924) year| Copper-nickel | 2.5 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| King | Ahmed Fuad I (1922-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1342 (1924) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Millièmes (0.002 EGP) |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10266 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Denomination divides dates
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
المملكة
١٣٤٢ ٢ ١٩٢٤
مليمان
المصرية
Translation:
Kingdom of Egypt
1924 1342
2 Milliemes
Edge
Plain
Comment
Fouad (1868/1936) acceded to the Sultanate of Egypt on the death of his brother Hussein Kamal in 1917. With the country's independence recognized by the United Kingdom in 1922, he took the title of king and reigned under the name of Fouad I until his death in 1936.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Milliemes - Fuad (right) 1342 (1924) coin from Egypt is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Sultan Fuad II in a traditional Islamic style, while the reverse side features a design inspired by European heraldry, with a shield and crown surrounded by palm branches. This blending of styles reflects the cultural influences present in Egypt during the early 20th century, and adds to the coin's historical and numismatic significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1342 (1924) H | 4500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Milliemes - Fuad (right) 1342 (1924) coin.
