Egypt 5 piastres The Nile Diversion Sadd El Ali Dam PR66 PCGS silver coin 1964

This Egypt 5 piastres silver proof coin dated 1964 (AH 1384) commemorates one of the most significant engineering achievements in modern Egyptian history — the Nile diversion and the construction of the Aswan High Dam (Sadd El Ali). This ambitious project transformed Egypt’s agriculture, economy, and water management, symbolizing progress and national development.

The obverse presents a detailed and symbolic scene of the Nile diversion works. A large dam structure stretches across the landscape, with flowing water channels carved below, illustrating the controlled power of the river. To the side, structural elements resembling pylons or construction supports emphasize the масштаб of the project, while a radiant sun rises behind the dam, symbolizing a new era of growth and prosperity. Arabic inscriptions above and below frame the composition, with a beaded border completing the design.

The reverse features the denomination “5 piastres” in Arabic numerals at the center, surrounded by elegant Arabic calligraphy forming a circular legend. The date AH 1384 is clearly visible, along with decorative floral ornamentation at the bottom, all set against reflective proof fields and enclosed by a dotted rim.

Graded PR66 by PCGS, this silver coin boasts sharp details and strong mirror contrast. It is a meaningful collectible representing Egypt’s modernization and engineering triumphs, making it highly desirable for collectors of historical and commemorative world coins.

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