World Currency
Egypt Egyptian Government 5 Piastres 27.5.1917 Pick 158 PMG Choice Uncirculated 64. An interesting unissued example prepared during WWI to alleviate the shortage of 5 and 10 Piastre coins. This example is highlighted by a pleasing vignette of the temple of the God of Isis on the back located on the island of Philea. A pinhole is annotated which does not detract from the intricate details on this delightful note. HID08701242017
Estimate: 2000-2500 USD