Catalog
| Issuer | Jordan |
|---|---|
| Year | 1955-1965 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Fils (0.001 JOD) |
| Currency | Dinar (1949-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | 1985 |
| Reference(s) | KM#8, Schön#8 |
| Obverse description | Writing around a circle, in side the circle is `1`. There is a small star at the bottom |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Arabic |
| Obverse lettering | THE HASHEMITE KINGDOM OF JORDAN ONE FILS 1 1960 |
| Reverse description | There is a 1 in a circle with arabic writing around it, and 2 strands of wheat going around it.There is also a crown above the circle, with 2 small flowers beside it. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | |
| Edge | Smooth |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
1374 (1955) - ١٩٥٥ ١٣٧٤ - 200 000 1374 (1955) - ١٩٥٥ ١٣٧٤ Proof - 1379 (1960) - ١٩٦٠ ١٣٧٩ - 150 000 1379 (1960) - ١٩٦٠ ١٣٧٩ Proof - 1382 (1963) - ١٩٦٣ ١٣٨٢ - 200 000 1382 (1963) - ١٩٦٣ ١٣٨٢ Proof - 1383 (1964) - ١٩٦٤-١٣٨٣ Specimen Sets only (KM#SS1) - 3 000 1385 (1965) - ١٩٦٥-١٣٨٥ Proof Sets only (KM#PS2) - 10 000 1385 (1965) - ١٩٦٥-١٣٨٥ Specimen Sets only (KM#SS2) - 5 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 6194045290 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: The 1 Fils coin, issued between 1955 and 1965, originates from the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan during the early reign of King Hussein bin Talal (1952-1999). This period was critical for Jordan, as the nation navigated post-independence challenges and regional geopolitical shifts. As a foundational unit of the Jordanian Dinar, the 1 Fils was essential for everyday transactions, symbolizing the burgeoning economic stability and national identity under a young monarch.
Artistry: The design of the 1 Fils coin adheres to a traditional numismatic style, characteristic of British Commonwealth minting practices, though the engraver remains unattributed. The obverse prominently features the crowned national emblem of Jordan—an eagle, shield, and flags, flanked by wheat stalks—with the monarch's name and dates in Arabic. The reverse displays the denomination "1 Fils" in elegant Arabic calligraphy, encircled by a decorative wreath, all within the legend "The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan."
Technical/Grading: Struck in bronze, this coin typically measures 18 mm and weighs 3 grams. For grading, critical high-points on the obverse include the details of the crown and the eagle's feathers on the national emblem, along with the clarity of the Arabic script. On the reverse, the individual leaves and berries of the wreath, and the crispness of the "1 Fils" denomination, are key indicators of strike quality. Circulated examples often show softness in these finer details and typical bronze patination.