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1 Rial 39th National Day - European Bee-eater
2009 year| Silver (.999) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Oman |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Qaboos bin Said (1970-2020) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 1 Rial 1 OMR = USD 2.59 |
| Currency | Rial (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Colorized European Bee-eater
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
الخضيراء
م2009
European Bee-eater
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The European Bee-eater, featured on the 1 Rial coin from Oman, is a bird species known for its unique nesting habits. They create their nests by digging deep burrows in sandy banks, often up to 2 meters long, and use their saliva to strengthen the walls and ceiling of the nesting chamber. This fascinating fact showcases the resourcefulness and adaptability of this bird species.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rial (39th National Day - European Bee-eater) 2009 coin.
