Iraq 20 fils Faisal II Coinage Coat of Arms AU Details PCGS silver coin 1955

The Iraq 20 Fils silver coin of 1955 (AH 1375), certified PCGS AU Details, is a fascinating issue from the reign of King Faisal II, the last monarch of the Kingdom of Iraq. Struck during a period of modernization and political transformation, this coin combines elegant royal portraiture with traditional Arabic artistic design, making it a desirable collectible for enthusiasts of Middle Eastern numismatics.

The obverse features a right-facing portrait of King Faisal II, depicted with finely engraved facial features, textured hair, and a youthful royal profile. Arabic inscriptions identifying the ruler flank the portrait, while a decorative beaded border encircles the entire design. The reverse showcases the denomination 20 Fils within a central circle, surrounded by bold Arabic calligraphy and the issuing authority inscription. Two graceful palm fronds form a wreath beneath the denomination, enclosing the dual dates AH 1375 and 1955. Additional ornamental script, numerals, and border denticles enhance the coin’s visual appeal.

King Faisal II ruled Iraq from 1939 until 1958 and remains an important figure in the nation’s modern history. Struck in silver and authenticated by PCGS, this historic coin offers collectors an attractive example of Iraqi royal coinage and mid-20th-century monetary heritage.

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