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Egyptian 1 Pound (Saladin Citadel Mosque)
1 Egyptian Pound

Egyptian 1 Pound (Saladin Citadel Mosque)

Egypt · Circulated from 2005 to present

The obverse features the Mosque of Muhammad Ali inside the Citadel of Saladin in Cairo. The reverse typically displays the denomination and year in Arabic.

Country
Egypt
Year
Circulated from 2005 to present
Denomination
1 Egyptian Pound

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Overview

The obverse features the Mosque of Muhammad Ali inside the Citadel of Saladin in Cairo. The reverse typically displays the denomination and year in Arabic.

Historical significance

This coin depicts the Alabaster Mosque, one of Egypt's most famous landmarks, commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848. It symbolizes both Egypt's Islamic heritage and its modern statehood.

Estimated value

$0.02 - $1.00 USD (Face value or collector premium for uncirculated specimens)

Care & preservation

Avoid cleaning with chemicals or abrasives. Store in a dry environment to prevent oxidation and handle by the edges to avoid fingerprint oils.