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20 Fils Gold
1407 (1987) year| Gold (.9167) | 5.67 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kuwait |
|---|---|
| Emir | Jaber III al-Ahmad al-Sabah (1977-2006) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1407 (1987) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Fils 0.020 KWD = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Dinar (1960-1990 and 1991-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 5.67 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#100830 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Boom sailing ship, a type of dhow, sailing to the left with a small flag on the right side. Islamic and Gregorian dates in Arabic below
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ١٤٠٧ - ١٩٨٧
Translation: 1987 - 1407
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This coin is only available in proof sets, referenced KM#PS4, and dated AH1407-1987.The set contains 6 gold proof coins referenced KM#9b-14b.
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Interesting fact
The 20 Fils (Gold) 1407 (1987) coin from Kuwait has a unique feature - it has a hexagonal shape, unlike most coins which are circular.
