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Egypt 10 piastres coin 1967 50 AED

Name: Egypt 10 piastres coin 1967 50 AED
Price: 50 AED
Availability: InStock

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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 4th March 2026

Description

Basic Information
• Country: Egypt
• Denomination: 10 Piastres
• Year: 1967
• Design: Eagle of Saladin (national emblem of Egypt)
• Composition: Copper-Nickel
• Weight: ~10 g
• Diameter: ~28 mm
• Edge: Reeded
• Shape: Round

Obverse (Front)
• Features the Eagle of Saladin, the national emblem of Egypt.
• The eagle symbolizes strength, sovereignty, and Arab unity.
• On the shield are vertical stripes representing the Egyptian flag style used during that era.

Reverse (Back)
• Shows the value “10 قروش” (10 Piastres) in Arabic.
• The year 1967 appears with the Hijri date also shown on many examples.
• Surrounded by decorative Arabic inscriptions.

Historical Context
• Minted during the presidency of Gamal Abdel Nasser.
• The year 1967 is historically significant because it coincides with the Six-Day War, a major event in Middle Eastern history.

Your Coin’s Grade
• The holder shows VF 35 (Very Fine) by MEGA – Middle East Grading Alliance.
• VF35 condition means:
• Moderate wear on high points
• Main design still clear
• Some details worn but visible

Approximate Collector Value

Typical market value (depending on eye appeal):
• VF condition: about $5 – $12 USD
• Higher grades (XF–UNC): $15 – $40+

Coins graded and slabbed like yours can sometimes sell a bit higher to collectors of Egyptian coins.

✅ Interesting note: The Eagle of Saladin later became a symbol used by several Arab countries.