200 Dirhams / 2 Riyals - Ahmad II (Umm Al Qaiwain Fort) 1389 (1970) front 200 Dirhams / 2 Riyals - Ahmad II (Umm Al Qaiwain Fort) 1389 (1970) back
200 Dirhams / 2 Riyals - Ahmad II (Umm Al Qaiwain Fort) 1389 (1970) photo
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200 Dirhams / 2 Riyals - Ahmad II Umm Al Qaiwain Fort

1389 (1970) year
Silver (.999) 6 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Umm Al Qaiwain (United Arab Emirates)
Ruling authority
Ahmad bin Rashid Al Mualla (1928-1981)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1389 (1970)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Riyals
Currency
Riyal (1966-1973)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
6 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1973
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#44229
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Umm Al Qaiwain Fort, with a flag on top of the fort, and an old cannon

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issue Date: 01 Jan 1970
Issuing Bank: Italcambio, C.A

Original Proof Set (KM#PS1), mintage of 2000, containing 4 coins (KM#1-4) dated AH1389-1970:


© Marwan Al Marzooqi

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Umm Al Qaiwain Fort on one side and the portrait of Ahmad II on the other. The fort is a historic landmark in the United Arab Emirates and is a symbol of the country's rich history and culture. The coin's design serves as a tribute to the country's heritage and is a rare example of a non-circulating coin that has been minted to commemorate a specific event or landmark.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1389 (1970)  2050 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Dirhams / 2 Riyals - Ahmad II (Umm Al Qaiwain Fort) 1389 (1970) coin.