Mohamed Abdel Hamid

Mohamed Abdel Hamid

Executive Director of “The Arab Collector” in Egypt and researcher in history and numismatics

Engineer Mohamed Abdel Hamid is a key pillar of the Arab Collector platform, combining his analytical engineering skills with a deep passion for historical research. As the Executive Director of Arab Collector in the Arab Republic of Egypt, he plays a pivotal role in leading the platform's operations and expanding its reach within the heart of the historical Arab world.

Research and academic experience

  • Ptolemaic coins, Roman coins: Analyzing the economic and political transformations in ancient Egypt through its coins.

  • Islamic Numismatics: Extrapolating the development of monetary systems and the political and religious messages inscribed on dinars and dirhams.

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Media and field presence

Mohammad's role is not limited to library research; he is a prominent cultural figure who contributes to spreading historical awareness through:

  • Digital events: He participated as a keynote speaker in several online seminars and lectures organized by the Arab Collector platform.
  • Cultural seminars: In addition to his rich contributions with “The Biography of Cairo Initiative” He presented unique critical readings linking coins to the urban history of Cairo.

  • TV appearanceHe was a guest on numerous television programs as a numismatic expert, where he helped simplify complex historical concepts for the general public and highlight the importance of archaeological treasures.

Intellectual contributions and publications

He enriched the Arabic library and platform with numerous in-depth studies that link currency as an art form to its cultural context. Among his most prominent works are:

The Amazing Treasure – The Treasure of AsyutA detailed study of one of the most important archaeological discoveries in the history of Egyptian numismatics.

Money between politics and religionA critical look at how currencies have been used as a means of political legitimacy and religious identity throughout the ages.

Minted in CairoMohamed Abdel HamidHis latest releases include Cairo Biography Series issued by Dar Al-MaarefThis work documents the history of the mint in Cairo and the city's role as a financial and cultural center throughout the centuries.

 

His vision as an executive Director

As Executive Director (Egypt), Mohammed Abdel Hamid strives to elevate the position of “Arab Collector” as a leading platform that adopts global archiving standards. His ability to combine executive management, media presence, and rigorous academic research makes him a model of the “comprehensive researcher” who connects the richness of the past with the tools of the future.

Currency is not merely a medium of exchange; it is a historical document that cannot be forged.

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