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5 Qirsh Portland Cement
1398 (1978) year| Copper-nickel | 4.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1398 (1978) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Piastres (0.05 EGP) |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Cement factory, dates at top
Lettering:
شركة أسمنت بورتلاند طرة المصرية
١٩٢٧ - ١٩٧٧
العيد الخمسيني
Translation:
Egyptian Tourah Portland Cement Company
1927 - 1977
Fiftieth Anniversary
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Egypt’s first cement company, was established in 1927. Besides licensing the oldest clay quarry in Egypthttps://www.suezcement.com.eg/en/tourah-portland-cement-company
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Egyptian Cement Company, which was founded in 1928. The coin's design features an image of a cement factory on the reverse side, highlighting the importance of the cement industry in Egypt's economic development.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1398 (1978) | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Qirsh (Portland Cement) 1398 (1978) coin.
