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5 Pounds High Dam
1379 (1960) year| Gold (.875) (Silver .025, Copper .100) | 42.5 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | United Arab Republic (1958-1971) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1379 (1960) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 EGP = USD 0.10 |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) (Silver .025, Copper .100) |
| Weight | 42.5 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#15236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Dam in center,and wheat branches.
Script: Arabic (kufic)
Lettering: تذكار تنفيذ السد العالى بأسوان
Translation:
United Arab Republic
Five Pounds
1960 - 1379
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds (High Dam) 1379 (1960) coin from Egypt is that it features a unique design that showcases the Aswan High Dam, which was a major engineering project completed in 1964. The dam was built to control the flooding of the Nile River and provide hydroelectric power, and it had a significant impact on the country's economy and development. The coin's design highlights the importance of this project and its impact on Egypt's history and progress.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1379 (1960) | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds (High Dam) 1379 (1960) coin.
