© PCGS
© PCGS
50 Pounds Goddess Bastet
| Gold (.900) | 8.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Period | Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1414-1415 (1993-1994) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 Pounds 50 EGP = USD 1.03 |
| Currency | Pound (1916-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#423211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Seated jeweled cat right.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Goddess Bastet coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the ancient Egyptian deity Bastet, who was often depicted as a cat or a woman with the head of a cat. The coin's design is inspired by a famous statue of Bastet found in the Louvre Museum in Paris. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of ancient Egyptian culture.
