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 circle flanked by sprigs.

١٣٨٧هـ ١٩٦٨م
قرش
١٠ فلوس
TEN FILS
THE HASHEMITE KINGDOM OF JORDAN

Edge

10 Fils

KM# 16 Schön# 16
Characteristics
Material Bronze
Weight 10 g
Diameter 28 mm
Thickness 2 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Alt # KM# SS3
Mint
Royal Mint

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