5 Fils - Hamad (magnetic; 2nd type) 1431-1443 (2010-2022) front 5 Fils - Hamad (magnetic; 2nd type) 1431-1443 (2010-2022) back
5 Fils - Hamad (magnetic; 2nd type) 1431-1443 (2010-2022) photo
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5 Fils - Hamad magnetic; 2nd type

 
Brass plated steel 2.5 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Bahrain
King
Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa (2002-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1431-1443 (2010-2022)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Fils 0.005 BHD = USD 0.013
Currency
Dinar (1965-date)
Composition
Brass plated steel
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#46719
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Numeric denomination back of boxed denomination within circle Surrounded by Chain border.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
5
فلوس

Translation:
5
Fils

Edge

Plain

Comment

Type 1: "فلس" = Fils, inside box in reverse
Type 2 (this coin): "فلوس" = Fulus, inside box in reverse

Interesting fact

The 5 Fils - Hamad (magnetic; 2nd type) coin from Bahrain features a unique magnetic properties, which sets it apart from other coins. The coin's magnetic field is created by a thin layer of magnetic material that is applied to the coin's core. This feature was introduced as a security measure to prevent counterfeiting and to make it easier for people to distinguish the genuine coin from fake ones.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1431 (2010)  - - - - - -
1432 (2011)  - - - - - -
1433 (2012)  - - - - - -
1434 (2013)  - - - - - -
1435 (2014)  - - - - - -
1437 (2016)  - - - - - -
1439 (2018)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Fils - Hamad (magnetic; 2nd type) 1431-1443 (2010-2022) coin.