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5 Pounds Police Day

1408 (1988) year
Silver (.720) 17.50 g 37 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
17.50 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#147288
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Eagle with flapping wings enclosed within a wreath and standing on a scroll with "Police" inscribed.

Lettering:
25 January
٢٥ يناير
الشرطة

Translation:
25 January
The Police

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate Police Day in Egypt, which is celebrated on January 10th of every year. The coin's design features an image of a police officer saluting, surrounded by the inscription "Police Day" in Arabic. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in Egyptian culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1408 (1988)  35000 - - - - - -

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