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½ Rial - Qaboos
Gold (.917) | 25.6 g | 34 mm |
Issuer | Oman |
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Sultan | Qaboos bin Said (1970-2020) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Years | 1392-1395 (1972-1975) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | ½ Rial ½ OMR = USD 1.30 |
Currency | Rial (1972-date) |
Composition | Gold (.917) |
Weight | 25.6 g |
Diameter | 34 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#58466 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
نصف ريال عماني
١/٢
١٣٩٤
سلطنة عمان
Translation:
Half Omani Rial
½
1394
Sultanate Oman
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Year AH1392:© Image courtesy of Hess Divo
Interesting fact
The ½ Rial - Qaboos 1392-1395 (1972-1975) gold coin from Oman features an unique and intricate design, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the portrait of Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, the ruler of Oman from 1971 until his death in 2020. The reverse side features an image of the Al Jalali Fort, a historic fortification located in the capital city of Muscat. The coin's design is a nod to Oman's rich history and cultural identity, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1392 (1972) | 124 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1394 (1974) | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1395 (1975) | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Rial - Qaboos 1392-1395 (1972-1975) coin.