2 Qirsh 1390-1391 (1970-1971) front 2 Qirsh 1390-1391 (1970-1971) back
2 Qirsh 1390-1391 (1970-1971) photo
© Yurek70

2 Qirsh

 
Copper-nickel - 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Sudan
Period
Democratic Republic (1969-1985)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1390-1391 (1970-1971)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Piastres (2 Qirsh) (0.02&nbspSDP)
Currency
First pound (1956-1992)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
8 June 1992
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#51932
Rarity index
39%

Reverse

Denomination with cotton sprigs from left and right.
Arabic inscription on top and bottom

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
جمهورية السودان الديمقراطية
٢
قرش

Translation:
Democratic Republic of the Sudan
2
Piastres

Edge

Reeded

Comment

KM#PS5:

© Dato Mikeladze

Interesting fact

The 2 Qirsh coin from Sudan, minted between 1970 and 1971, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin bears the image of a traditional Sudanese boat, known as a "felluca," which was used for transportation and trade along the Nile River. On the other side, the coin features the national emblem of Sudan, which includes a shield with the country's flag, a golden eagle, and a scroll with the country's name in Arabic. This design was chosen to symbolize Sudan's connection to its past and its commitment to modernization and progress.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1390 (1970)  1646 - - - - - -
1391 (1971)  1772 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Qirsh 1390-1391 (1970-1971) coin.