25 piastres 1976

Common. This note's circulation period (1976-1978) was extensive, with substantial print runs supporting Egypt's economy during active commerce. eBay market data consistently shows examples selling in the $10-$37 range across multiple grades (VF to PMG 66), indicating robust supply and steady, modest collector demand rather than scarcity. The 2019 catalog valuation of $5 UNC further confirms this as a standard, readily available issue without premium rarity status.

Issued in 1976, this note commemorates Egypt's renaissance following the 1973 October War and the subsequent peace process initiated by President Anwar Sadat. The featured 'Egypt's Renaissance' statue by renowned sculptor Mahmoud Mokhtar symbolizes national renewal and modernization, while the wheat and corn on the reverse reflect Egypt's agricultural foundation and economic aspirations during this pivotal period of national reconstruction and political realignment.

The obverse features the 'Egypt's Renaissance' statue by Mahmoud Mokhtar—a monumental stone sculpture depicting a standing pharaonic figure with a smaller seated attendant—positioned prominently at center-left, evoking ancient Egyptian artistic traditions while symbolizing modern national revival. The Sphinx of Gizeh is referenced contextually with the statue as twin symbols of Egyptian civilization. Decorative elements include a mandala-like circular pattern in pink/red on the left margin and an intricate ornamental design in dark blue and green on the right. The reverse displays the Central Bank of Egypt's heraldic eagle emblem with spread wings holding a shield, surrounded by an ornate circular frame, flanked by wheat stalks and corn cobs in natural green and tan tones. Geometric border patterns frame both sides, with the denomination '25' displayed in decorative corner frames. The color palette combines cream/beige backgrounds with vibrant green, pink, blue, and orange accents throughout.

FRONT SIDE: Central Bank of Egypt (البنك المركزى المصرى); Twenty-five piastres (خمسة وعشرون قرشا); Cairo on 12 September 1976 (القاهرة فى ١٢ سبتمبر ١٩٧٦); From the Central Bank of Egypt (عن البنك المركزى المصرى); Date notation 1975/02/1709 (١٩٧٥/٠٢/١٧٠٩); Year 1975 (١٩٧٥); Piastres (فرش); Numeral 25 (٢٥). BACK SIDE: 25 Central Bank of Egypt 25; 25 Twenty-Five Piasters 25; Arab Republic of Egypt (جمهورية مصر العربية).

Intaglio (recess) printing, evidenced by the fine line engraving visible throughout the statue, borders, and eagle emblem, combined with offset color printing for the background underlays. The sharp, precise detail in the decorative patterns, the dimensional quality of the portraits, and the crisp registration of multiple color layers indicate high-quality multi-color intaglio production typical of Central Bank of Egypt notes from this period. The intricate geometric patterns and security features suggest production by a specialized security printer, likely Waterlow & Sons or De La Rue, common contractors for Egyptian currency during the 1970s.

Pick 47c represents the third subvariety of the 25 piastres 1976 issue, distinguished by alterations to the arms/emblem on the reverse compared to earlier Pick 47a and 47b variants. The visual analysis confirms the presence of the Central Bank of Egypt's eagle emblem characteristic of the 47c variety. No serial number prefix details, signature variations, or date variants are distinctly visible in the provided images, though such details would further distinguish specific printing batches if examined closely.