Reverse © Rahul Ghosal
Reverse © Rahul Ghosal
5 Qirsh IYC and FAO
1399 (1979) year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 4.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1399 (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 | 1.32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Sitting woman breastfeeding a child
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
التغذية والصحة
IYC
FAO
Translation:
Alimentation and Health
International Year of the Child
FAO
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the International Year of the Child (IYC) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The coin's design features a stylized image of a child and a farmer, symbolizing the importance of nourishing and caring for the world's children and the role of agriculture in achieving this goal.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 (IYC and FAO) 1399 (1979) coin.
