25 Qirsh (3 stars on shield, date on reverse) 1387 (1968) front 25 Qirsh (3 stars on shield, date on reverse) 1387 (1968) back
25 Qirsh (3 stars on shield, date on reverse) 1387 (1968) photo
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25 Qirsh 3 stars on shield, date on reverse

1387 (1968) year
Nickel 3.5 g 20.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Syria
Period
Arab Republic (1961-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1387 (1968)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
25 Piastres (0.25&nbspSYP)
Currency
Pound (1919-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
20.3 mm
Thickness
1.29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#9982
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

Inscription within rectangle below value, flanked by dates (AD left and AH right) in Arabic digits.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
٢٥
قرشا
الجمهورية العربية السورية
١٢٨٧ ١٩٦٨

Translation:
25
Piastres
Syrian Arab Republic
1968 1387

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 25 Qirsh coin from Syria, which was minted in 1968, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a national symbol or a prominent leader, the coin features a stylized representation of a shield with three stars, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was meant to symbolize the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1387 (1968)  15000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Qirsh (3 stars on shield, date on reverse) 1387 (1968) coin.