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50 Piastres National Library and Archives
1443 (2022) year| Brass plated steel | 6.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1443 (2022) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 Piastres 0.50 EGP = USD 0.010 |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Brass plated steel |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#329841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
National library and Archives of Egypt logo
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
دار الكتب والوثائق القومية
150
1870 2020
ثقافة تنوير
مائة وخمسون عاما على إنشاء دار الكتب
Translation:
National library and Archives of Egypt
Culture Enlightment
150 Years of National library and Archives of Egypt
Designer: Marwa Fathy Abdel Megeed
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Piastres coin is part of a series of commemorative coins issued by the Central Bank of Egypt in 2022 to celebrate the 1443rd anniversary of the Islamic calendar. This coin, in particular, is dedicated to the National Library and Archives of Egypt, which is a prominent cultural institution in the country that houses a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and historical documents. The coin's design features an image of the library's building, along with some Arabic calligraphy and the coin's denomination. It's worth noting that the coin is made of brass plated steel, which is a common material used for coin production. The coin's weight of 6.5 grams is also relatively light, which makes it easy to handle and transport. Overall, this coin is an interesting collectible item for anyone interested in numismatics, Egyptian culture, or Islamic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1443 (2022) | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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