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Sudan introduces a 1000 pound note

The Central Bank of Sudan announced the issuance of a 1000 Sudanese pound banknote, in accordance with Article 6/A of the Central Bank of Sudan Act of 2002 and pursuant to the powers, responsibilities, and jurisdiction of the Central Bank to protect the national currency, stabilize its exchange rate, and work towards achieving economic stability. According to the official Sudanese News Agency, the bank specified…

New Zealand issues its first Islamic postage stamp in 2022

New Zealand Post issued its first Islamic postage stamp last April to commemorate Eid al-Fitr 1443 AH. The stamps feature Arabic calligraphy above a silhouette of a mosque, along with the Hijri year 1443 AH, and bear the inscription “Eid Mubarak.” The gilded stamps were designed by calligrapher Mohammed Waqas and his wife Samira.

Stamps commemorating 20 years of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation

Bahrain Post, under the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, in cooperation with the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, has announced the issuance of a set of eight commemorative stamps and a first-day cover. These stamps are available at the Philatelic Services Office in the Postal Museum in Bab Al Bahrain, and at all postal branches. This issue celebrates the anniversary of the founding of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation in [year missing].

History of paper currency in Royal Iraq

The History of Paper Currency in Royal Iraq – Walid Al-Kharfi. The book “The History of Paper Currency in Royal Iraq” by Walid Khalid Al-Kharfi was recently published. On his personal page, the author described the genesis of this distinguished encyclopedic work, saying: “After spending nearly fourteen years researching and studying Iraqi banknotes issued during the monarchy and moving between archives…”

A new twenty-ounce banknote

What are the key features of the new 20 Mauritanian Ouguiya banknote? On December 13, 2021, the Central Bank of Mauritania announced the issuance of a new 20 Ouguiya banknote to the public. This new note will be put into circulation alongside the 20 Ouguiya coins issued in 2018, thus diversifying the range of banknotes in circulation…

Has the Egyptian Mint exhausted its ideas?

Is there a crisis in the design of Egyptian currency due to a lack of ideas? Or have the design expertise within the Egyptian Mint disappeared? With the onset of the global COVID-19 pandemic, countries around the world began issuing commemorative coins and postage stamps to celebrate the role of the medical sector in combating the pandemic. In January 2021, Egypt decided to issue a commemorative coin to honor the teams…

Important terms about coins

We occasionally encounter terms related to coins, and some of these concepts may not be readily understood. Therefore, we decided to create this page to serve as a permanent reference for most of these terms. We will update it regularly to make it an important resource for researchers and coin enthusiasts. We will present these concepts and terms in bullet points to facilitate searching…

Meaning of Ansar coins

Have you ever wondered what "uncirculated" means in the context of currencies? We will attempt to explain this question in simple points to clarify the concept. What are uncirculated currencies? The term "uncirculated" is an Arabicized word derived from the English word "uncirculated," and it refers to the condition of a currency. It means a currency that has never been in circulation, representing the highest degree of currency condition…

Cairo, the capital of culture in the Islamic world

A commemorative postage stamp was issued by the National Postal Authority to mark Cairo's selection as the Capital of Culture in the Islamic World for 2022. This selection was based on Cairo's distinguished history, rich and unique heritage, and diverse architectural styles. Dr. Sherif Farouk, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Postal Authority, said: …

A thesis entitled “The Aesthetics of Postage Stamps and Their Relationship to Political and Social Events”

Postage Stamps and Political and Social Events (Source: elnile24) Researcher Rasha Saber Mokhtar Abdel Hamid Gohar, an assistant lecturer at the Faculty of Applied Arts, Badr University, received her PhD in Fine Arts from Helwan University. She earned her doctorate from the Graphic Arts Department, Book and Print Arts Division, after defending her dissertation entitled “The Aesthetics of Postage Stamps and Their Relationship to Political Events…”

Currency of the Year 2022 Competition

The Austrian 100-euro coin was chosen as the best gold coin in the first round of the 2022 Coin of the Year Awards program. The winning coin, a 100-euro gold coin depicting “Pharaohs” Gold,“ is the second in the Austrian Mint’s ”Gold Magic” series, which explores the mysterious nature of gold in…

The Central Bank introduces a new 2000 Syrian pound banknote for circulation

The coin features the same design as previous 2000 Syrian pound denominations, with some differences. These differences are: Issue date: 2021-1442; Governor's signature: Hazem Qarfoul; Prime Minister's signature: Hussein Arnous; Prefix: A/A; Bindings: Not fully sequential. It was released into circulation at the beginning of March. (Source: The Comprehensive Guide to Syrian Currency)

Commemorative stamp marking the founding of Damascus Radio

“Damascus Radio Adorned with Diamonds” was the slogan adopted by the Ministry of Information to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Syrian Arab Republic Radio. To mark the occasion, the Syrian Postal Corporation issued a commemorative stamp and postcard; the stamp was valued at 500 Syrian pounds and the postcard at 1500 Syrian pounds.

The thirty-first anniversary of Liberation Day

On February 20, 2022, the Kuwait Postal Sector issued a set of stamps commemorating the 31st anniversary of Liberation Day 2022. This set consists of one stamp with a face value of 150 fils. The concept, drawing, and design of this set are by Mr. Jaber Abdulali Samir Al-Hindal, a member of the Kuwait Philatelic and Numismatic Society, and were produced under the supervision of the Secretary of the Kuwait Philatelic and Numismatic Society, Mr. …

3 million Egyptian pounds bearing the slogan of the 70th anniversary celebration of the police

Statement issued by the Ministry of Finance: 3 million Egyptian pounds in coins bearing the logo commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Police Force —————- The Treasury and Mint Authority has issued 3 million Egyptian pounds in small change coins (one-pound denomination) bearing the logo commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Police Force, in remembrance of this occasion, which embodies the precious sacrifices of the police heroes in defending the homeland and preserving the safety of its citizens and lands. …

Commemorative postage stamp marking the 70th anniversary of Police Day

The National Postal Authority issued a commemorative postage stamp to mark the 70th anniversary of Police Day, which falls on January 25th each year. This day commemorates the Battle of Ismailia, in which fifty martyrs and eighty wounded were among the brave Egyptian policemen at the hands of the British occupation. Dr. Sherif Farouk, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Postal Authority, stated…

The UAE launches a new 50-dirham polymer banknote.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, witnessed the launch of a new 50-dirham banknote. This commemorates the achievements of the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and the first generation of Rulers of the UAE (may God have mercy on them all), in recognition of their dedication and their historic role in unifying the nation under…

The UAE and symbolic encryption stamps

To celebrate the 50th National Day of the United Arab Emirates, Emirates Post Group (EPG) announced that it has become the first in the region to issue non-fungible token stamps, also known as cryptographic stamps. This new generation of stamps will be unveiled on December 2nd (National Day) and will feature four distinct stamps…

Coins of the Salduqid Dynasty

The UAE and the stamps of the year 50

Emirates Post Group issued commemorative stamps and cards comprising nine different editions, including seven commemorative cards featuring portraits of the seven rulers of the Emirates, a commemorative card featuring the rulers and their crown princes, and stamps bearing the Year 50 logo and the images of the UAE's rulers and their crown princes. This was done to celebrate the UAE's 50th National Day and commemorate its unprecedented achievements over the past five decades.