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5 Pounds Naguib Mahfouz

1409 (1988) 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 (1988)
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#61263
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Head Naguib Mahfouz, Nobel Laureate, 1/2 left

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Naguib Mahfouz 5 Pound coin is that it features an image of the famous Egyptian writer and Nobel laureate Naguib Mahfouz on one side, and the Egyptian coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted in 1988 as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation but rather as a collector's item. The coin is made of silver with a purity of .720 and weighs 17.5 grams. It's a unique and valuable collector's item for anyone interested in Egyptian culture and literature.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1409 (1988)  15000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds (Naguib Mahfouz) 1409 (1988) coin.