[Kingdom of Egypt 1939 Silver Coin] Farouk I 20 Piaster Silver Coin MS62 (PCGS Certified) | A Masterpiece of History
🌍 Product Overview
• Country name: Kingdom of Egypt
• Year of publication: 1939 (1358 Hijri)
• Denomination: 20 Piaster (20 Pst / 0.20 Egyptian Pound)
• Metal composition: Silver 0.833 (83.3%)
• Diameter: 40 mm
• Weight: 28 g
• Grade: MS62 (Mint State 62) | PCGS Certified
• Certified Number: PCGS #40251790
• Issuance type: Standard Circulation Coin
• Catalog number: KM-368
• Publication year range: 1937-1939 (Israeli 1356-1358)
• Grading Institute: PCGS Gold Shield™
• Number of coins registered: 13 PCGS-registered coins, 47 in higher grades
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👑 History and Background – Farouk I and Memories of the Monarchy
This Egyptian 20 piastre silver coin is a beautiful and valuable historical coin that was minted during the reign of Egypt's last king, Farouk I (reigned 1936-1952).
Farouk I was a symbol of the modern Egyptian kingdom, and his reign marked a crucial transitional period leading to the end of the Egyptian monarchy. This coin is a valuable cultural heritage item that preserves the memory of that turbulent time.
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🪙 Coin Features and Design
【surface】
• Portrait: Left-facing profile of King Farouk I. The king is a majestic figure wearing a crown (fez) and military uniform.
• Font: Inscribed in Arabic script with the words "Faruk I, King of Egypt."
[Back side]
• Design: The face value is surrounded by a laurel wreath with tassels.
• Inscription: Arabic text reads "20 Kirsh," "Kingdom of Egypt," and "1939 - 1358."
[Edge]
• The security edge processing makes the structure excellent for preventing counterfeiting.
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📏 Detailed specifications
• Technique: Milled
• Shape: Round
• Thickness: 2.2 mm
• Metal composition: 83.3% silver, 16.6% copper
• Orientation: Medal Alignment (↑↑)
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🏛️ Collectible and investment value
This 1939 Egyptian silver coin is more than just numismatic. Its MS62 rating by PCGS indicates it is in excellent circulated condition, making it an ideal collector's item or investment.
✅ Collector's Attraction:
• Iconic portraits from the monarchy era
• Excellent condition (MS62)
• A rare number of certified pieces worldwide (only 13 registered)
• Heavy silver content (28g)
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📦 Purchaser Benefits
• Comes with a certified PCGS holder (official certified serial number)
• Sales page with high-resolution photos
• Shipped safely in a protective case
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At GoldSilverJapan, we carefully select silver coins from around the world that combine history and artistry, and offer them as PCGS-certified coins with peace of mind. Don't miss this opportunity to get your hands on a coin that combines the three qualities of rarity, artistic value, and asset value.
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