5 Qirsh (October War) 1394 (1974) front 5 Qirsh (October War) 1394 (1974) back
5 Qirsh (October War) 1394 (1974) photo
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5 Qirsh October War

1394 (1974) year
Copper-nickel 4.5 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Period
Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1394 (1974)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Piastres (0.05&nbspEGP)
Currency
Pound (1916-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.5 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1.33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#3828
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Soldier with gun facing right

Lettering: ١٠ رمضان ١٣٩٣- ٦ اكتوبر ١٩٧٣

Translation: Ramadan 10, 1393 - October 6, 1973

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Egypt's victory in the October War, also known as the Yom Kippur War, which was fought against Israel in 1973. The coin's design features an image of a soldier and a tank, symbolizing Egypt's military strength and determination during the conflict.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1394 (1974)  2000000 - - - - - -

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