50 Ghirshā / Piastres
| Silver (.680) | 10 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Lebanon |
|---|---|
| Period | Lebanese Republic (1926-1945) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1929-1936 |
| Value | 50 Piastres (0.50) |
| Currency | Syrian pound (1920-1939) |
| Composition | Silver (.680) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#8587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
Two crossed cornucopias.
Value both in Arabic and in French.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
٥٠
خمسون قرشا
50
PIASTRES
Translation:
50
Fifty Piastres
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Ghirshā / Piastres 1929-1936 coin from Lebanon is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Georges Gromort. The coin features an image of a cedar tree on one side and an Arabian horse on the other, which are both symbols of Lebanon's rich history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | 500064 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1933 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Ghirshā / Piastres 1929-1936 coin.
