© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
5 Qirsh / Piastres
| Aluminium bronze | 3.9 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Syria |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Syria (1925-1930) Mandatory Republic (1930-1946) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1926-1940 |
| Value | 5 Piastres (0.05 SYP) |
| Currency | Pound (1919-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#2714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Crossed oat sprigs divide value
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
CINQ PIASTRES
5 ٥
خمسة غروش
Translation: 5 Piastres
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Qirsh / Piastres 1926-1940 coin from Syria is that it features a unique blend of Arabic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts an Arabic inscription that reads "البرائم" (al-Bara'im), which translates to "the pure" or "the innocent," while the reverse side features a stylized image of a lion, a common symbol of power and strength in Western heraldry. This blending of cultural motifs reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that has taken place in the region over centuries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1933 | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1935 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 900000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Qirsh / Piastres 1926-1940 coin.
