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  • 5 Fils 1978-1985, KM# 36, Jordan, Hussein
  • 5 Fils 1978-1985, KM# 36, Jordan, Hussein
Description

Hussein bin Talal (1935–1999) was King of Jordan from the abdication of his father, King Talal, in 1952, until his death. Hussein's rule extended through the Cold War and four decades of Arab–Israeli conflict.

Obverse

Bust of Hussein bin Talal right surrounded by the texts "Hussein bin Talal" and "King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan".

Engraver: Philip Nathan

الحسين بن طلال
ملك المملكة الأردنية الهاشمية

Reverse

Value and date within a circle flanked by sprigs.

١٤٠٦هـ ١٩٨٥م
نصف قرش
5 ٥ فلوس
FIVE FILS
THE HASHEMITE KINGDOM
OF JORDAN

Edge

5 Fils (1/2 Qirsh)

KM# 36 Schön# 37
Characteristics
Material Bronze
Weight 4.5 g
Diameter 21 mm
Thickness 1.52 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Alt # KM# PS9, KM# MS1, KM# PS11
Mint
Royal Mint

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