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2½ Qirsh
| Aluminium bronze (Copper 92%, Aluminium 8%) | 2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Syria |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1382-1385 (1962-1965) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2½ Piastres (0.025 SYP) |
| Currency | Pound (1919-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (Copper 92%, Aluminium 8%) |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1.45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#7633 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Denomination above rectangle with traditional design
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
الجمهورية العربية السورية
١/٢ ٢
قرشان ونصف
Translation:
Syrian Arab Republic
2½
Two and a half Piastres
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2½ Qirsh coin from Syria, minted between 1962 and 1965, was the first coin in the country to feature the new official emblem of Syria, which was introduced after the Ba'ath Party came to power in 1963. The emblem features a shield with two branches of olives on either side, symbolizing peace and prosperity. This coin was also the first to bear the image of the country's former president, Amin al-Hafiz, who ruled Syria from 1963 to 1966.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1382 (1962) | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1385 (1965) | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Qirsh 1382-1385 (1962-1965) coin.
