25 Fils (FAO) 1394 (1974) front 25 Fils (FAO) 1394 (1974) back
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25 Fils FAO

1394 (1974) year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 3 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
North Yemen
Period
Yemen Arab Republic (1962-1990)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1394 (1974)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
25 Fils (0.25&nbspYER)
Currency
Rial (decimalized, 1974-1990)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
3 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#30343
Rarity index
21%

Reverse

Denomination with circle

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
البنك المركزى اليمنى
٢٥
فلسا
١٣٩٤-١٩٧٤

Translation:
Central Bank of Yemen
25 Fils
1974-1394

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a traditional Yemeni dhow, a type of sailing vessel that has been used in the region for centuries. The dhow is depicted on the obverse side of the coin, along with the country's name in Arabic and the year of issue. This design choice highlights Yemen's rich maritime history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1394 (1974)  40000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Fils (FAO) 1394 (1974) coin.