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50 Fils Silver
| Issuer | Central Bank of Kuwait |
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| Year | 1987-2011 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | Central to the obverse, the denomination '٥٠ فلسا' (50 Fils) is rendered in Arabic numerals and script within a raised circle. The legend 'الكُوَيت' (Kuwait) arcs above the central circle in Arabic script, while the English transliteration 'KUWAIT' appears below in Latin characters. The overall design is clean and geometric, with the inscriptions arranged concentrically around the central denomination within the field. |
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| Obverse lettering | الكُوَيت ٥٠ ًفَلسا KUWAIT (Translation: Kuwait 50 Fils) |
| Reverse description | The reverse features a boom, a traditional Kuwaiti dhow-type sailing vessel, depicted in left profile with sails fully rigged and a small flag flying from a staff on the right side. The ship is rendered in fine detail, evoking Kuwait's historic maritime heritage. Below the vessel, the dual dating appears in Arabic script, presenting both the Islamic Hijri year and the corresponding Gregorian year separated by a dash. The dates vary by year of issue, reflecting the respective proof set of each mintage. The design occupies the central field with the date legend positioned in the lower exergue area. |
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