Egypt 1999 5 pounds KM-898

Jean Elsen sale 165, part of lot 2005

This specimen was part of lot 2005 in Jean Elsen sale 165 (Brussels, June 2026), where it sold for €340 (about US$468 including buyer's fees). The catalog description^[1] noted, "EGYPT, Arab Republic (AD 1971- /AH 1391-99999) proof set of 5 different silver 5 Pounds, 1999, 'Treasures of Ancient Egypt'. In case of the Morgan Mint. Proof." This is a product of the Franklin Mint. It, and the four others in the series, lacks an AH date.

Recorded mintage: 150 proofs.

Specification: 17.33 g, 0.975 fine silver, 37 mm diameter.

Catalog reference: KM 898.

Source:

• Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-2000, 47th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.
• ^[1]Elsen, Philippe, et al., Vente Publique 165, Brussels: Jean Elsen et ses Fils S.A., 2026.

Link to:

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• 1999 5 pounds, two statues of Ramses II
• 1999 5 pounds, mask of Tutankhamen
• 1999 5 pounds, Nefertiti
• 1999 5 pounds, Cleopatra
• 1999 50 pounds, Ramses statue
• Coins and currency dated 1999