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50 Pounds 15th Hijrah Century; Silver Piedfort
1400 (1979) yearSilver (.925) | - | - |
Issuer | Sudan |
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Period | Democratic Republic (1969-1985) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1400 (1979) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 50 Pounds (50 SDP) |
Currency | First pound (1956-1992) |
Composition | Silver (.925) |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | 8 June 1992 |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#114575 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
Mintage of 20 according to SchönInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Pounds (15th Hijrah Century; Silver Piedfort) 1400 (1979) from Sudan made of Silver (.925) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and African design elements. The coin's obverse side features the Sudanese coat of arms, which includes a shield with a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, symbols of Islam, surrounded by two falcons. The reverse side features a stylized representation of a traditional African hut, surrounded by palm trees and a crescent moon, which represents the country's rich cultural heritage. This blend of Islamic and African elements makes the coin a distinctive and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1400 (1979) | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pounds (15th Hijrah Century; Silver Piedfort) 1400 (1979) coin.