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Area: 1,000,000 square kilometers Population: 45,000,000
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Governed by a Turkish viceroy from 1867 until 1914 when it became a British Protectorate. In 1922 Egypt was recognized as a kingdom independent of Great Britain. In 1958 proclaimed a Republic. Called The United Arab Republic since 1958. This official description was maintained even after Syria had left the Union in 1961.
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Monetary System
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40 Para = 1 Guerche (Piastre)
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1000 Milliemes = 100 Piastres
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100 Piastres = 1 Egyptian Pound
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1917 Egypt 5 Milliemes (Cu-Ni) - XF
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Obverse inscription. Rev. value. Attractive rose mixed in with darker gray over steel gray. Reverse shows much character. Detail is adequate for the very fine grade and this no problem coin will be a unique addition to any collection. (View image for more detail)
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Item Number
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Price
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EGYCN5M917
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$5.50
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1967 Egypt 5 Piastres (Cu-Ni) - VF
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Obverse emblem of the state. Rev. value, date and origin in Arabic. Borderline XF detail and natural eye appeal. Below average marks, steel gray with a hint of rose/gold. Superior coin for the very fine grade. (View image for more detail.)
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Item Number
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Price
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EGYPCN5P967
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$1.45
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1968 Egypt 10 Piastres (Cu-Ni) - Gem BU
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Item Number
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Price
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EGYCN10P968
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$6.50
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