Half Piastre coin is from CYPRUS country(see Europian Union countries).
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Cochinchina Piastre was created in 1878.
Cochinchina Piastre ended in 1885.
Egyptian piastre ended in 1834.
There are, for example, 2012 piastre coins from Egypt or Jordan
If $1.25usd is 5 piastres, one piastre is worth $25 cents.
The value of 1 piastre can vary significantly depending on the country and historical context, as the term "piastre" has been used in different currencies, such as the Egyptian piastre or the Syrian piastre. As of my last update in October 2023, it is advisable to check the current exchange rates for the specific country you are referring to. Generally, piastres are a small denomination, often worth a fraction of a US dollar.
The Cyprus Two Shilling coin was only issued in 1947 and 1949 as was the Cyprus Shilling coin. The Shilling coin replaced the 9 Piastre coin and the Two Shilling coin replaced the 18 Piastre coin. Cyprus changed to a decimal currency in 1955. 50 Mils to the Shilling and 1,000 Mils to the Pound.
Check that coin again. Canada didn't half a halfpenny in 1949.
The 1947 coin is worth a price ranging from $75 to $100. The amount you can expect to get from the coin will vary depending upon the condition of the coin.
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