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5 Girush / Syrian Piastres Essai
1924 year| Aluminium bronze | 4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Lebanon |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Greater Lebanon (1920-1926) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1924 |
| Value | 5 Piastres (0.05) |
| Currency | Syrian pound (1920-1939) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#102087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Value flanked by stars.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
PIASTRES 5 SYRIENNES
★ ٥ ★
غروش
ESSAI
Translation:
5 Syrian Piastres
Essai
Engraver: Henri-Auguste Patey
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Essai of KM#2Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Girush / Syrian Piastres (Essai) 1924 from Lebanon was designed by the French engraver and sculptor, Paul-Albert Bartholomé. Bartholomé was a renowned artist who was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous French 20 Franc gold coin featuring the profile of Marianne, the national symbol of France. The Pattern 5 Girush / Syrian Piastres (Essai) 1924 coin features a unique blend of Arabic and Latin script, reflecting the cultural diversity of Lebanon during that time.
