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5 Fils

5 Fils

Kuwait · 1976 (1396 AH)

A circulated copper-nickel coin from Kuwait featuring a traditional dhow ship on the reverse and denomination with Arabic and English lettering on the obverse.

Country
Kuwait
Year
1976 (1396 AH)
Denomination
5 Fils
Metal
Copper-Nickel

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Overview

A circulated copper-nickel coin from Kuwait featuring a traditional dhow ship on the reverse and denomination with Arabic and English lettering on the obverse.

Historical significance

Kuwait introduced its modern decimal currency system in 1961, replacing the Gulf rupee. The dhow ship (boom) depicted on the coin reflects Kuwait's rich maritime history, pearl diving, and seafaring trading traditions.

Obverse (front)

Features the denomination '5' along with the word 'Fils' in Arabic script inside a central circle, surrounded by the country name 'KUWAIT' in English and Arabic lettering along the periphery, with a beaded rim.

Reverse (back)

Features a traditional dhow (boom) sailing ship riding on stylized waves, with the double-dated year in Islamic (AH) and Gregorian (AD) calendar years below (1396 - 1976), surrounded by a beaded rim.

Estimated value

$0.25 - $2.00 depending on condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition/grade, presence of mint luster, and collector demand for Middle Eastern decimal coinage.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (moderate wear on the high points of the design and surfaces, typical of a circulated everyday coin)

Mintage & rarity

Common; millions minted for circulation during this era.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Generally low value means counterfeiting is rare; standard weight and dimension tests along with a magnet check (copper-nickel is non-magnetic) are usually sufficient.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard circulation strikes with no major recognized high-value mint errors or distinct major varieties for this specific year.

Similar coins

Other denominations of Kuwaiti fils from the same series (1, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 fils) which also feature nautical or national themes.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place in a PVC-free coin flip or holder. Avoid harsh cleaning or polishing, as this destroys original surfaces and significantly reduces numismatic value.