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100 Riyals - Mohammed Papal Visit to Australia
1389 (1970) year| Gold (.900) | 20.73 g | 35.5 mm |
| Issuer | Fujairah (United Arab Emirates) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi (1938-1974) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1389 (1970) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 100 Riyals |
| Currency | Riyal (1966-1973) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 20.73 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1973 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#68681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pope's profile facing right at left, crown with keys and kangaroo on map at right
Script: Latin
Lettering: PILGRIM IN AUSTRALIA - 1970
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Official Proof Set (unlisted in Krause) containing all 9 silver and 9 gold coins of Fujairah:© Image courtesy of UAE Coin Collectors Club
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the visit of Pope Paul VI to Australia in 1970, which was a significant event in the history of the Catholic Church. The coin's design features an image of the Pope and the Islamic inscription "Mohammed" in Arabic, highlighting the interfaith dialogue and cooperation between the two religions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1389 (1970) | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Riyals - Mohammed (Papal Visit to Australia) 1389 (1970) coin.
