Archives International Auctions - Auction 109 December 16, 2025

Archives International Auctions - Sale 109 66 December 16, 2025 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com Egypt 346 346 Egypt (1960s–1970s). Egypt Uncirculated Silver Commemorative 1‑Pound Set of 8 Coins. Cairo, Egypt (1960s–1970s). Egypt Silver Commemorative 1‑Pound Set. A cohesive group of eight Arab Republic of Egypt silver 1‑pound commemoratives from the late Nasser/early Sadat era, exhibiting strong calligraphic artistry and national motifs (education, industry, development). These large 40 mm pieces are the classic Egyptian format of the period, struck in .720 fine silver at 27 g each with reeded edges; Choice Uncirculated or better with lively luster. Total pure .999 silver equivalent for this group: ≈ 4.99 troy oz, (8 coins). ������������������������������� Est. $260-375 347 347 Egypt (1976–1978). Egypt Silver 1‑Pound Uncirculated Commemorative Series of 10 Coins C airo, Egypt (1976–1978). Egypt Silver 1‑Pound Commemorative Series. Ten large‑format Arab Republic of Egypt silver 1‑pound commemoratives dated 1976–1978, covering national themes of development, education, and cultural progress; all are the standardized 4 mm .720‑fine, 27 g type with reeded edges and bold Arabic legends. Uniform Choice to Gem Uncirculated surfaces and matching eye appeal across the set. Total pure .999 silver equivalent for this group: ≈ 6.24 troy oz (10 coins × 27 g × .720). ������������������������������������������������������������������ Est. $325-425 348 348 Egypt. Commemorative Silver 1 Pound Set, 1979–1980 (11 Coins), Cairo, Egypt. Commemorative Silver 1 Pound Set, 1979–1980 (11 Coins), Choice to Gem Uncirculated condition. A complete and expanded group of eleven official silver 1-pound commemorative coins struck by the Arab Republic of Egypt between 1979 and 1980, each marking national progress during the presidency of Anwar Sadat. The 1979 issues include: International Year of the Child (KM-483); Industrial Development (KM-488); FAO Agricultural Development (KM-489); Education and Labor (KM-490); and Social Development (KM-491). The 1980 issues include: Peace and Olive Branch featuring Sadat’s portrait (KM-508); Labor and Productivity (KM-510); Reconstruction and Development (KM-511); Justice and Law—Scales of Justice beneath the Dome (KM-512); Mother and Child (KM-513); and Victory & Agricultural Progress (KM-514). All struck in .720 fine silver, 27 g, 40 mm, with Arabic calligraphic obverse inscriptions and the Eagle of Saladin national emblem. Brilliant Uncirculated with strong luster and matching cabinet toning; an impressive series illustrating themes of peace, progress, industry, and education during the late Sadat period. Each coin contains approximately 0.625 troy oz of pure silver, for a total of 6.88 troy oz of .999 fine silver equivalent for the 11-coin set. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $350-475 Finland 349 349 Finland. Commemorative Silver 10 & 50 Markkaa Collection, 1967–1992. Finland, 1967–1992; a group of five commemorative silver coins, all from the same location and collection, featuring a range of national and artistic designs. The group includes 10 Markkaa issues depicting industrial and architectural themes from the 1970s, and 50 Markkaa pieces commemorating Finland’s 50th Anniversary of Independence (1967), the EMX Helsinki event (1971), and architect Alvar Aalto (1981). All struck in .500 fine silver, with a combined actual silver weight of approximately 52 grams, equal to about 1.67 troy ounces. Coins are un Choice to Gem Uncirculated condition. (5 coins). ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $100-150 350 350 Finland. Commemorative Silver 10, 25 & 50 Markkaa Collection, 1977–1985 Finland, 1977–1985; a group of six commemorative silver coins, all from the same location and collection, representing Finland’s modern silver coinage celebratingmajor historical and athletic themes. The group includes the 10Markkaa 1977 issue, 25 Markkaa pieces honoring Finnish Independence (1977) and Lapland Mountains (1979), and 50 Markkaa coins commemorating the Ice Hockey Championships (1982, BU with proof like surfaces), World Athletics Championships (1983), and Finnish Lion Arms Tricentennial (1985). All struck in .500 fine silver, with a combined actual silver weight of approximately 62 grams, equal to about 2.0 troy ounces. Choice to Gem Uncirculated condition (6 coins) ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $130-180