Own a rare piece of Middle Eastern numismatic history with this 1925 Lebanon 1 Piastre coin, the first issue under the French Protectorate. Struck at the prestigious Paris Mint in copper-nickel, this coin features a distinctive round shape with a center hole, symbolizing the blend of European and Levantine design aesthetics. With a mintage of just 1,500,000, it remains one of the lowest-issued Lebanese circulation coins, making it a must-have for serious collectors. Issued just a year after the Lebanese pound was introduced, this coin marks the beginning of modern Lebanese currency.

🔥 Don’t miss this chance to own Lebanon’s first-ever coin issue! With only 1.5 million minted, this 1925 1 Piastre is a cornerstone piece for any Middle Eastern or colonial coin collection!

 Why This Product Is a Smart Buy

✅ First Coin of Modern Lebanon: This 1925 1 Piastre represents the first official circulating coin under the newly established Lebanese pound system, introduced by French colonial administration.

✅ Very Low Mintage – Only 1,500,000: A scarce find, especially considering it was the foundational coinage of a newly structured currency.

✅ Minted in Paris: Produced at the renowned Paris Mint (Monnaie de Paris), ensuring high-quality striking and fine details.

✅ Unique Design:

• Round with a central hole, blending European technique with regional influence.

• Arabic and French inscriptions, reflecting the dual-language mandate system.

✅ Detailed Specifications:

• Year: 1925

• Country: Lebanon (under French Mandate)

• Mint: Paris, France

• KM#: 3

• Denomination: 1 Piastre

• Composition: Copper-Nickel

• Weight: 5 g

• Diameter: 24 mm

• Thickness: 1.55 mm

• Shape: Round with central hole

• Edge: Smooth

• Alignment: Coin (180°)

✅ Ideal for Collectors of:

• Middle Eastern coinage

• French colonial and mandate coins

• First-issue coins

• Arabic/French bilingual numismatics

• 20th-century international history