5 Pounds (Olympic Games) 1408 (1988) front 5 Pounds (Olympic Games) 1408 (1988) back
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5 Pounds Olympic Games

1408 (1988) year
Silver (.720) 17.5 g 36.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1408 (1988)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Pounds 5 EGP = USD 0.10
Currency
Pound (1916-date)
Composition
Silver (.720)
Weight
17.5 g
Diameter
36.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#135804
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Earth ball with athlets

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 1988 Summer Olympics, also known as the Games of the XXIV Olympiad, which were held in Seoul, South Korea. The coin features an image of the Olympic rings on one side and the Egyptian coat of arms on the other. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for both coin collectors and Olympic memorabilia enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1408 (1988)  2000 - - - - - -

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