© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
5 Milliemes small Sphinx
| Aluminium bronze (Copper 92%, Aluminium 8%) | 3.6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1953-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1373-1376 (1954-1957) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Millièmes (0.005 EGP) |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (Copper 92%, Aluminium 8%) |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Sphinx
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Comment
1957 is unlisted in Krause; however, that date does exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Milliemes (small Sphinx) coin from Egypt is that it features a unique blend of materials in its composition. The coin is made of Aluminium bronze, which is an alloy consisting of 92% Copper and 8% Aluminium. This combination of metals provides the coin with a distinctive color and durability, making it stand out from other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1373 (1954) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1374 (1954) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1375 (1956) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Milliemes (small Sphinx) 1373-1376 (1954-1957) coin.
