5 Pounds (Faculty of Fine Arts in Alexandria) 1407 (1987) front 5 Pounds (Faculty of Fine Arts in Alexandria) 1407 (1987) back
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5 Pounds Faculty of Fine Arts in Alexandria

1407 (1987) year
Silver (.720) 17.50 g 37.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1407 (1987)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Pounds 5 EGP = USD 0.10
Currency
Pound (1916-date)
Composition
Silver (.720)
Weight
17.50 g
Diameter
37.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#153613
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Stylized eye and waves design
Lettering
Dates

Lettering:
كلية الفنون الجميلة بالاسكندرية
١٩٥٧ ـ ١٩٨٧

Translation:
Faculty of Fine Arts in Alexandria
1957 - 1987

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Faculty of Fine Arts in Alexandria, Egypt. The coin's design features an image of the faculty's building, which is a notable example of modernist architecture in Egypt. The coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and art enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1407 (1987)  5000 - - - - - -

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