This is a gem in Saudi Arabia's modern monetary history - a 1 girsh coin issued in 1937 (1356 Hijri) and counterstamped with "65" in 1946 (1365 Hijri).
This "65" stamp, which was applied by the monarchy at the time with the purpose of extending the circulation of the currency, is now considered a very popular variety among collectors.
This item has been rated VF30 (Very Good Condition) by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) and is a collector's grade piece with excellent visibility and preservation condition.
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[Coin Details]
• Country name: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Denomination: 1 Qirsh
• Original publication date: 1356 Hijri (1937 AD)
• Counterstamp: “65” (1365 Hijri = 1946 AD)
• Grade: VF 30 (Very Fine)
• Appraisal agency: NGC (major US appraisal company)
• Certification number: 6744517-003
• Case: Comes in official NGC holder (with authentication barcode and hologram)
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[The appeal of this coin]
✅ Historical value: A piece that shows remnants of the early monetary system of modern Saudi Arabia
✅ Counterstamp Variety: Includes the "65" stamp, which is highly popular among collectors
✅ Third-party authentication: Officially certified by NGC, authenticity and condition guaranteed
✅ Investment + collectible value: An item valued both as a physical asset and as a historical document
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