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Egypt 5 Piastres ND (1943-1944) P-164b F
Egypt 5 Piastres ND (1943-1944) P-164b F
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Add a historic Egyptian banknote to your numismatic collection with this 5 Piastres ND (No Date) P-164b from the World War II era, offered in Fine (F) collectible condition. Issued under the authority of the Ministry of Finance of Egypt during the reign of King Farouk I, this small-denomination emergency banknote reflects a unique period of currency issuance in Egypt’s mid-20th-century monetary history.
This note was produced as part of a series of emergency banknotes issued from 1943 to 1945, a time when Egypt’s economy was impacted by the wider backdrop of global conflict and evolving administrative needs.
📌 Historical Context & Collector Appeal
- World War II Emergency Issue: These 5 Piastres banknotes are categorized as emergency notes, printed during a period when traditional coinage and currency supplies were disrupted by global events.
- King Farouk Era: Issued under Egypt’s last reigning monarch before the 1952 revolution, making it part of the final chapter of Egypt’s monarchical currency history.
- Rare & Interesting: Among the various emergency issues, P-164b notes with certain signatures are considered rarer and historically notable, reflecting changes in administrative signatures during production runs.
- Dual Script Design: The use of both Arabic and Latin scripts made these notes suitable for a diverse populace and reflected Egypt’s administrative practices of the time.
This collectible banknote is a great addition for enthusiasts of Egyptian monetary history, World War II era currencies, and small-denomination emergency issues. It offers a window into wartime Egypt’s monetary adaptations and makes a fascinating collectible for anyone interested in regional history and numismatic rarities.
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CONDITION GUIDE
Gem Uncirculated
A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.
About Uncirculated
A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.
Extra Fine
A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.
Very Fine
A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes.
Fine
A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.
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