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50 Qirsh
1366 (1947) year| Silver (.600) (Copper .400) | 5 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syria |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1366 (1947) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 Piastres (0.50 SYP) |
| Currency | Pound (1919-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.600) (Copper .400) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#6655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Value and Arabic lettering within ornaments
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٥٠
قرشا
الجمهورية السورية
١٣٦٦ ١٩٤٧
Translation:
50 Piastres
Syrian Republic
1947 1366
Edge
Reeded
Comment
3 000 000 of this mintage were minted in the United States Mint in Philadelphia in 1948.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Qirsh 1366 (1947) coin from Syria is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the country. In 1947, Syria gained its independence from France, and the new government was faced with the challenge of establishing a stable economy and currency. The 50 Qirsh coin was part of a series of coins introduced in the late 1940s to replace the previous French-minted currency, and it features an image of the country's first president, Shukri al-Quwatli, on one side and the national emblem on the other. Despite its silver and copper composition, the coin was not widely accepted or used, and it is now considered a rare collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1366 (1947) | 4500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Qirsh 1366 (1947) coin.
