Obverse © 5 Pounds Reopening of Suez Canal Reverse – Reverse © 5 Pounds Reopening of Suez Canal Obverse
Obverse © 5 Pounds Reopening of Suez Canal Reverse – Reverse © 5 Pounds Reopening of Suez Canal Obverse
5 Pounds Reopening of Suez Canal
1396 (1976) year| Gold (.875) | 26 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1396 (1976) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Pounds (5 EGP) |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#239858 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sun above canal scene.
Lettering:
ذكرى عاده فتح قناة السويس
٥ يونية
١٩٧٥
Translation:
Jubilee of the reopening of the Suez Canal
June 5, 1975
Edge
Reeded
Comment
2000 were minted initially.497 were melted.
1503 left.
1400 uncirculated.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pound (Reopening of Suez Canal) coin from Egypt, minted in 1976, has an interesting feature. The coin's design includes an image of a ship passing through the Suez Canal, symbolizing the reopening of the canal after its expansion. This coin is a unique representation of Egypt's economic and industrial growth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1396 (1976) | 1503 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds (Reopening of Suez Canal) 1396 (1976) coin.
