1 Dirham - Zayed (Abu Al Bukhoosh) 1999 front 1 Dirham - Zayed (Abu Al Bukhoosh) 1999 back
1 Dirham - Zayed (Abu Al Bukhoosh) 1999 photo
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1 Dirham - Zayed Abu Al Bukhoosh

1999 year
Copper-nickel 6.4 g 23.8 mm
Description
Issuer
United Arab Emirates
President
Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (1971-2004)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1999
Value
1 Dirham 1 AED = USD 0.27
Currency
Dirham (1973-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
6.4 g
Diameter
23.8 mm
Thickness
1.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#12129
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Offshore oil drilling rig

Scripts: Arabic, Latin

Lettering:
توتال أبو البخوش
خمسَة وعشرون عاماً من الإنتاج
1974-1999
TWENTY FIVE YEARS OF PRODUCTION
TOTAL ABU AL BUKHOOSH

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issue Date: 15 Dec 1999

Press Release: http://www.wam.ae/en/details/1395226501940

Interesting fact

The 1 Dirham - Zayed (Abu Al Bukhoosh) 1999 coin from the United Arab Emirates features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features an image of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the UAE, while the reverse side features an image of a traditional Arabian dhow, a symbol of the country's maritime heritage. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it a standout among other coins in the world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999  200000 - - - - - -

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