25 Qirsh / Piastres (Essai) 1929 front 25 Qirsh / Piastres (Essai) 1929 back
25 Qirsh / Piastres (Essai) 1929 photo
© Heritage Auctions

25 Qirsh / Piastres Essai

1929 year
Aluminium bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Syria
Period
State of Syria (1925-1930)
Type
Pattern
Year
1929
Value
25 Piastres (0.25&nbspSYP)
Currency
Pound (1919-date)
Composition
Aluminium bronze
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#158756
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Scripts: Arabic, Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 25 Qirsh / Piastres (Essai) 1929 from Syria made of Aluminium bronze is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Ernest Nivet. Nivet was a prominent artist who worked for the Paris Mint and was known for his elegant and detailed designs. His work can be found on various coins and medals from the early 20th century, including this particular coin from Syria.