100 Riyals 2006 Asian Games, Orry
2006 year| Gold (.999) | 10 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Qatar |
|---|---|
| Emir | Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani (1995-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 100 Riyals 100 QAR = USD 27 |
| Currency | Riyal (1973-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Multicolor cartoon character - Orry the Oryx, the Doha 2006 mascot on a racing bicycle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
15TH ASIAN GAMES DOHA 2006
ORRY
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Note: Information above is based on Krause and similar coins (KM#16, KM#19-23), however, no photos found online for this particular coin.The 2006 Asian Games, officially known as the XV Asiad, was an Asian multi-sport event held in Doha, Qatar from December 1 to December 15, 2006 with 424 events in 39 sports and disciplines featured in the games. Doha was the first city in its region and only the second in West Asia (following Tehran in 1974) to host the games.
It was the first time that all 45 member nations of the Olympic Council of Asia took part in this event. Also, Eurosport broadcast the event, marking the first time that the European continent could watch this Asian sporting event.
The final medal tally was led by China followed by South Korea and Japan with host Qatar at 9th place. Several world and Asian records were broken during the games. Though there were several controversies such as the death of South Korean equestrian rider Kim Hyung-chil in a fatal accident during the competition, the games were deemed generally successful with the rising standard of competition amongst the Asian nations.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Riyals (2006 Asian Games, Orry) 2006 gold coin from Qatar is that it features a unique design of an oryx, a native antelope species to the Arabian Peninsula, on its reverse side. The oryx is depicted in a graceful pose, with its head turned to the left and its horns curving upwards. The coin's obverse side features the standard design of the Qatari coat of arms, which includes two crossed swords and a shield with the national emblem of Qatar in the center. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Riyals (2006 Asian Games, Orry) 2006 coin.
