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5 Pounds Faculty of Science

1420 (2000) year
Silver (.720) 17.5 g 37.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1420 (2000)
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
References
Numista
N#153950
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Thoth, Ancient Egyptian god of knowledge, above microscope.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
جامعة القاهرة
كلية العلوم
العيد الماسي
١٩٢٥ ـ ٢٠٠٠

Translation:
Cairo University
Faculty of Science
Diamond Jubilee
1925 - 2000

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Incorrectly listed in Krause as "75 Years - Dar El-Eloum University"

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the famous ancient Egyptian scientist and mathematician, Euclid, on its obverse side. Euclid is known as the "father of geometry" and his works have had a significant impact on the development of mathematics and science. The coin's design serves as a tribute to Egypt's rich scientific heritage and its contributions to the field of mathematics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1420 (2000)  2000 - - - - - -

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