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2 Qirsh / Piastres - Hussein Kamel
1335 (1916-1917) years| Silver (.833) | 2.8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Hussein Kamel (1914-1917) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1335 (1916-1917) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Piastres (0.02 EGP) |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.08 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18223 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Value and inscription within wreath, year below
Scripts: Arabic (naskh), Latin
Lettering:
السلطانة المصرية
2 ٢
PIASTRES قرشان
1917 ١٣٣٥
H
Translation:
Egyptian Sultanate
1335
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Picture shows both variants (with- and - without inner circle) on all coin types of Hussain Kamil series:NOTE: All reverses with date digits ١٣٣٥
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in Egypt. The country was under British occupation at the time, and the coin's design reflects this, featuring an image of Hussein Kamel, the reigning Sultan of Egypt, on one side, and the British monarch, King George V, on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that showcases the complex political dynamics of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1335 (1916) | 2505000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1335 (1917) | 4461000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1335 (1917) H | 2180000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Qirsh / Piastres - Hussein Kamel 1335 (1916-1917) coin.
