Egypt's finance ministry has unveiled Wednesday a dazzling collection of gold and silver commemorative coins celebrating the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the country's long-awaited cultural landmark near the Giza Pyramids. The non-circulating, limited-edition series showcases some of ancient Egypt's most iconic treasures — including the statue of Ramses II and Tutankhamun's golden mask — captured in intricate designs ahead of the museum's official opening. Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said the coins highlight the museum's status as a landmark national project presenting Egypt's heritage to the world in a modern, architectural setting. The collection includes six denominations—1, 5, 10, 25, 50, and 100 Egyptian pounds—each featuring a distinctive design showcasing key elements of the museum, such as the hanging obelisk, main façade and entrance, solar boats, the statue of Ramses II, and Tutankhamun's golden mask, according to Sherif Hazem, the minister's engineering advisor. Each coin will be accompanied by a certificate detailing the historical background and technical specifications of its design, developed in coordination with Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Gamal Hussein, head of the Egyptian Mint Authority, said the coins were produced by Egyptian designers and engineers using advanced minting techniques to ensure the highest levels of quality and precision. The ministry said the release date and distribution details will be announced to coincide with the official opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, expected soon. The series forms part of a broader effort to document major national projects, following previous commemorative issues celebrating the New Suez Canal, the New Administrative Capital, and Hayah Karima (Decent Life) Initiative. The museum will be inaugurated on 1 Nov. with a grand ceremony featuring cultural performances and celebrations, attended by world leaders, kings, and heads of state from around the globe. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English Prev 1 of 14 Next
