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5 Pounds World Environment Day

1427 (2006) year
Silver (.720) 17.50 g 37.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1427 (2006)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Pounds 5 EGP = USD 0.10
Currency
Pound (1916-date)
Composition
Silver (.720)
Weight
17.50 g
Diameter
37.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#27578
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Tree and bird

Script: Arabic (naskh)

Lettering:
يوم البيئة العالمى
الصحارى والتصحر
يونيو ٢٠٠٦

Translation:
World Environment Day
Deserts and Desertification
June 2006

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate World Environment Day, which is observed on June 5th every year. The coin's design reflects Egypt's commitment to environmental conservation, with an image of a gazelle and a palm tree on one side, and the Egyptian coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting also adds to its value and symbolism, as silver is often associated with purity and sustainability.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1427 (2006)  1000 - - - - - -

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