5 Pounds (IPU) 1409 (1989) front 5 Pounds (IPU) 1409 (1989) back
5 Pounds (IPU) 1409 (1989) photo
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5 Pounds IPU

1409 (1989) year
Silver (.720) 17.5 g 37.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1409 (1989)
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#61183
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Globe within wreath divides buildings, date on top building

Lettering:
1889
1989
100 YEARS FOR PEACE
INTER-PARLIAMENTARY UNION
العيد المئوي للاِتحاد برلماني الدولي

Translation: One hundredth Anniversary of the Inter-Parliamentary Union

Comment

The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is the world organization of parliaments of sovereign states. Founded in 1889, it is the oldest of the international intergovernmental institutions. (Source : www.wikipedia.org)Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Egypt. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Great Sphinx of Giza, a famous ancient statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human, while the reverse side features an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis. This coin is a beautiful representation of Egypt's rich history and culture, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1409 (1989)  5000 - - - - - -

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