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5 Pounds Orabi Revolution
| Issuer | Central Bank of Egypt |
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| Year | 1981 |
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| Technique | Milled |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features the denomination 'Five Pounds' in Arabic naskh script prominently in the central field, flanked on either side by the dual dates 1402 (AH) and 1981 (AD) in Eastern Arabic numerals. The legend 'Arab Republic of Egypt' curves along the upper periphery in Arabic script, also in the naskh style. A decorative arabesque ornament appears at the base of the field, framed by a beaded inner border running along the coin's edge. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a bold equestrian figure of Ahmad Orabi mounted on horseback at center, rendered in high relief, holding a baton aloft in a commanding gesture. To the left, a group of soldiers on camels advances, while to the right, a formation of standing figures representing Orabi's followers is shown in lower relief. The dual commemorative dates 1881 and 1981 in Eastern Arabic numerals appear in the upper field. A circular Arabic legend in naskh script runs along the lower periphery within a beaded border, commemorating the centenary of the Orabi Revolution. |
| Reverse script | Arabic (naskh) |
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