© Yurek70
© Yurek70
2 Qirsh FAO
| Copper-nickel | 2.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Sudan |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1969-1985) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1396-1398 (1976-1978) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Piastres (2 Qirsh) (0.02 SDP) |
| Currency | First pound (1956-1992) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 8 June 1992 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
جمهورية السودان الديمقراطية
2
قرش
Translation:
Democratic Republic of the Sudan
2
Piastres
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Sudan's independence from British colonial rule, which took place on January 1, 1956. The coin's design features the Sudanese coat of arms on one side and the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) emblem on the other, highlighting Sudan's commitment to agriculture and food security.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1396 (1976) | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1398 (1978) | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Qirsh (FAO) 1396-1398 (1976-1978) coin.
