SYRIA 1000 Pounds 1997 with map

Front:

The obverse features the portrait of President Hafiz al-Assad, depicted in a formal manner. To his left appears the Omayyad Mosque in Damascus, one of the most significant religious monuments in the country, shown with key architectural details.

Distinctive elements include:
⸰ architectural features associated with the historic site
⸰ decorative elements complementing the portrait
⸰ institutional inscriptions arranged across the layout

The design highlights the connection between political authority and national heritage.

Reverse:

The reverse depicts symbols of national economic activity, including the oil industry, a combine harvester representing agricultural production, and a ship associated with maritime trade.

Complementary features include:
⸰ graphic elements referencing industrial development
⸰ technical details illustrating productive sectors
⸰ institutional inscriptions integrated harmoniously

The overall composition conveys a structured representation of the country’s key economic fields.