5 Qirsh 1429 (2008) front 5 Qirsh 1429 (2008) back
5 Qirsh 1429 (2008) photo
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5 Qirsh

1429 (2008) year
Copper plated steel 2.1 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1429 (2008)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Piastres 0.05 EGP = USD 0.0010
Currency
Pound (1916-date)
Composition
Copper plated steel
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Thickness
1.25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#15646
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Decorated vase

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Qirsh coin from Egypt, minted in 2008, has an interesting feature. It's a bi-metallic coin, meaning it's made of two different metals - copper plated steel. This unique combination of materials gives the coin a distinctive look and feel, making it stand out from other coins in circulation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1429 (2008)  - - - - - -

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