Egypt 1 pound FAO Woman Looking in Microscope MS66 PCGS silver coin 1978

Egypt 1 Pound 1978 (AH1398) silver commemorative coin issued under the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) program, highlighting the role of science and research in improving food production and public health. This issue emphasizes the importance of innovation and scientific study in addressing global hunger challenges.

The obverse features a detailed depiction of a woman scientist examining a sample through a microscope, symbolizing laboratory research and technological progress. Her focused posture conveys precision and dedication, while nearby appear stylized wheat stalks and agricultural elements, linking science directly with food production. Additional details include laboratory equipment, fine engraved lines suggesting observation and analysis, and Arabic inscriptions framing the scene. The composition balances human activity and symbolic agriculture, reinforcing the theme of science supporting nourishment. The reverse presents Arabic calligraphy with the country name, denomination, and dates in Hijri and Gregorian formats, complemented by ornamental flourishes and a decorative border.

This FAO-themed coin reflects global cooperation in advancing agricultural science and food security.

Struck in silver and graded MS66 by PCGS, this coin offers excellent mint-state quality with strong luster and crisp details, making it highly desirable for collectors of science, agriculture, and FAO commemoratives.

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