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2 Pounds Roman Theatre at Bosra
1416 (1996) year| Nickel clad steel | 6 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Syria |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1416 (1996) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Pounds (2 SYP) |
| Currency | Pound (1919-date) |
| Composition | Nickel clad steel |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#2679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
The Roman Theatre at Bosra in south-western Syria, built in 2nd Century AD, inside a 13-sided shape.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
الجمهورية العربية السورية
ليرتان ٢ سوريان
Translation:
Syrian Arab Republic
Two 2 Syrian Pounds
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In the 2nd century BC, Bosra, a crossroads of caravan routes, developed under the rule of the Nabataeans. It then became part of the Roman Empire under Trajan, who made it the capital of the province of Arabia. It became a Christian bishopric until the Muslim conquest in 632. It was an important stopover on the way out of the desert and on the road to Mecca, but gradually fell into oblivion.
Interesting fact
The Roman Theatre at Bosra, which is featured on the coin, is a well-preserved ancient Roman theatre located in the city of Bosra, Syria. It was built in the 2nd century AD and is considered one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in the world. The theatre has a seating capacity of around 15,000 and is still used today for cultural events and performances.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1416 (1996) | 83781000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pounds (Roman Theatre at Bosra) 1416 (1996) coin.
