Description
ALGERIA
People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria (1962 to the present). Presentation box containing two 5-dinar silver trial coins, issued to mark the 10th anniversary of independence in 1972, Paris.
Obverse. Circular legend. In the centre, the number 5 flanked by two rosettes, with ‘ESSAI’ in the field to the right.
Reverse. ***** – ***** / 1972 – 1962. Derrick with an ear of wheat at its base; surrounded by (various designs).
KM.E4; Silver – 12.03 g and 11.95 g – 31 mm – 6 o’clock
Only 2,250 copies minted: in the original green imitation-leather box from the Central Bank of Algeria. Iridescent patina developing. Superb, mint condition.
See original version (French)
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