2 Qirsh / Piastres 1395-1400 (1975-1980) front 2 Qirsh / Piastres 1395-1400 (1975-1980) back
2 Qirsh / Piastres 1395-1400 (1975-1980) photo
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2 Qirsh / Piastres

 
Copper-nickel 3 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Sudan
Period
Democratic Republic (1969-1985)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1395-1400 (1975-1980)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Piastres (2 Qirsh) (0.02&nbspSDP)
Currency
First pound (1956-1992)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
8 June 1992
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#12552
Rarity index
21%

Reverse

The denomination in Eastern Arabic numerals in the center and the issuer name above.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
جمهورية السودان الديمقراطية
٢
قرش

Translation:
Democratic Republic of the Sudan
2
Piastres

Edge

Reeded

Comment

In mintage section the phrase 'ribbon with' refers to the upper (not lower) ribbon with motto in the coat of arms on Obverse.

Interesting fact

The 2 Qirsh / Piastres coin from Sudan, which was minted between 1975 and 1980, features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin bears an image of a traditional Sudanese boat, known as a "felucca," sailing down the Nile River. This design was chosen to represent Sudan's rich cultural heritage and its connection to the Nile, which has been a vital source of life and transportation for centuries.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1395 (1975)  1000000 - - - - - -
1398 (1978)  1250000 - - - - - -
1399 (1979)  2000000 - - - - - -
1400 (1980)  2000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Qirsh / Piastres 1395-1400 (1975-1980) coin.