Description
🪙 Set Overview
• Country: Egypt
• Title on case: “Nasser Commemorative Coins of Egypt”
• Type: Commemorative coin set
• Theme: Honoring Gamal Abdel Nasser
• Period: Most likely issued in the 1960s–1970s (commemorative era after his presidency)
• Presentation: Encased display set (collector issue)
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👤 Design (All Coins)
• All coins feature a portrait of Gamal Abdel Nasser facing right
• Simple border with decorative edge pattern
• Designed as tribute coins rather than circulation pieces
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🪙 Coins in the Set
1️⃣ 50 Piastres
• Medium size coin (left side)
• Denomination: 50 Piastres (½ Egyptian Pound)
• Metal: عادة فضة أو سبيكة (depends on issue)
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2️⃣ One Pound
• Largest coin (center)
• Denomination: 1 Egyptian Pound
• Most valuable coin in the set
• Often struck in silver in commemorative issues
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3️⃣ 25 Piastres
• Smallest coin (right side)
• Denomination: 25 Piastres (¼ Pound)
• Lower face value but part of the complete set
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⚖️ Specifications (Typical for Similar Sets)
• Metal:
• Higher value coin (1 Pound): usually silver (.720–.900)
• Smaller coins: may be silver or copper-nickel
• Finish: Often uncirculated or proof-like
• Packaging: Official display case (adds collector value)
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💰 Collector Value
• Complete set value:
• Typically $30 – $120 USD
• Value depends on:
• Condition (yours shows some toning/aging)
• Whether silver content is confirmed
• Original case condition
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⭐ Important Notes
• This is a collector souvenir set, not regular circulating currency
• The case label suggests it was marketed for collectors or tourists
• Tarnish/toning is normal for older silver coins
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⚖️ Approximate Weights
🪙 1 Pound (center coin)
• Weight: ~ 12.5 grams
• Usually silver (.720–.875) in many issues
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🪙 50 Piastres (left coin)
• Weight: ~ 10 grams
• Often silver or copper-nickel
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🪙 25 Piastres (right coin)
• Weight: ~ 5 grams
• Usually copper-nickel or lower silver content
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⚖️ Total Set Weight
• Approx total: 27–30 grams
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⭐ Important
• Some versions of this set were made in different metals, so weights can vary slightly
• The 1 Pound coin is the key piece — its silver content affects value most
🔎 Quick Assessment of Your Set
• ✔ Complete set (3 coins)
• ✔ Original display case present
• ⚠ Visible toning / wear → slightly lowers value
👉 Estimated realistic value: $40 – $80 USD