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5 Dinars Kuwait University
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Kuwait |
|---|---|
| Emir | Jaber III al-Ahmad al-Sabah (1977-2006) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 5 Dinars 5 KWD = USD 16 |
| Currency | Dinar (1960-1990 and 1991-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#100678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Kuwait University building
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
ذكرى مرور ثلاثين عاماً على إنشاء جامعة الكويت
30
30th Anniversary of the Establishment of Kuwait University
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Kuwait University (KU), (in Arabic: جامعة الكويت), was established in October 1966 under Act N. 29/1966. The university was officially inaugurated on 27 November 1966 to include the College of Science, the College of Arts, the College of Education and the College for Women. The university is the state’s first public institution of higher education and research.Interesting fact
The 5 Dinars (Kuwait University) 1996 coin from Kuwait is unique in that it features a portrait of the late Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on one side, and the Kuwait University logo on the other. This coin was issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Kuwait University's establishment and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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