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5 Pounds al-Azhar Mosque
1419 (1998) yearSilver (.720) | 17.5 g | 37.2 mm |
Issuer | Egypt |
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Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1419 (1998) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 5 Pounds 5 EGP = USD 0.10 |
Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
Composition | Silver (.720) |
Weight | 17.5 g |
Diameter | 37.2 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#61313 |
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Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Lettering:
٥
١٩٩٨
١٤١٩
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Al-Azhar Mosque, which is one of the most famous and historically significant mosques in the world. Located in Cairo, Egypt, it was built in 970 AD and has been a renowned center of Islamic learning and scholarship for centuries. The mosque is known for its stunning architecture, which reflects the Fatimid style of the time, and its intricate decorations, including calligraphic inscriptions and geometric patterns. The coin's design highlights the mosque's importance and beauty, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1419 (1998) | 4000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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