5 Qirsh (Cairo State Fair 1973) 1393 (1973) front 5 Qirsh (Cairo State Fair 1973) 1393 (1973) back
5 Qirsh (Cairo State Fair 1973) 1393 (1973) photo
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5 Qirsh Cairo State Fair

1393 (1973) year
Copper-nickel 4.6 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1393 (1973)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Piastres (0.05&nbspEGP)
Currency
Pound (1916-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.6 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#9322
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

A stylized sailing boat, legend below, date above.

Lettering:
١٩٧٣
سوق القاهرة الدولية

Translation: Cairo International Fair

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Circulating commemorative coin 5 Qirsh (Cairo State Fair 1973) 1393 (1973) from Egypt is that it features a unique design that represents the Cairo State Fair, which was held in 1973. The coin's obverse side features the fair's logo, which includes a stylized image of the Egyptian pyramids, while the reverse side features an image of a traditional Egyptian boat sailing on the Nile River. This design was created by the Egyptian artist, Ahmed Fathy, and it was meant to symbolize the connection between Egypt's rich history and its modern aspirations.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1393 (1973)  500000 - - - - - -

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