© Essor Prof
© Essor Prof
5 Qirsh Corrective Revolution
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 4.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1397-1399 (1977-1979) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Piastres (0.05 EGP) |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#9327 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Sun above, head at right, date at left
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
١٥
مايو
١٩٧١
Translation: May 15, 1971
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political change in Egypt. The Corrective Revolution, which took place in 1977, was a military coup that overthrew the government of President Anwar El-Sadat and led to the establishment of a new government under Hosni Mubarak. This coin, minted during that period, serves as a tangible reminder of that moment in Egyptian history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1397 (1977) | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1399 (1979) | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Qirsh (Corrective Revolution) 1397-1399 (1977-1979) coin.
