Egypt. hussein kamel. 10 Piastre 1917 (No reserve price)

The 10 Piastre banknote or coin from 1917 bearing the name of Hussein Kamel relates to a notable period in Egyptian history. Hussein Kamel ruled as Sultan of Egypt from 1914 to 1917 after the British deposed the Khedive during World War I. During this time, Egypt was nominally a British protectorate, and its currency system reflected both Ottoman heritage and British administrative influence. The Piastre served as a fundamental unit of Egyptian currency, subdivided into smaller units, and was used extensively in trade and daily transactions. Currency from this era is valued not only for its monetary function but also as a cultural and historical artifact that signifies the transition of Egypt from Ottoman rule towards its later independence. Collectors interested in Middle Eastern numismatics find such items particularly revealing of geopolitical changes during the early 20th century.