25 Rufiyaa (FAO; Gold Proof) 1398 (1978) front 25 Rufiyaa (FAO; Gold Proof) 1398 (1978) back
25 Rufiyaa (FAO; Gold Proof) 1398 (1978) photo
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25 Rufiyaa FAO; Gold Proof

1398 (1978) year
Gold (.917) 28.25 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Maldives
Period
Second Republic (1968-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1398 (1978)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
25 Rufiyaa 25 MVR = USD 1.63
Currency
Rufiyaa (1947-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
28.25 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#80985
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

A dhow with protruding fishing rods at sea, birds above and five fishes and an octopus below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EMMENAH KAANAA · FOOD FOR ALL
25
RUFIYAA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in 1978 to commemorate the 1398 Islamic New Year, also known as the "Hijri" year. The coin's design features the Maldivian national emblem, which includes a coconut tree, a crescent moon, and a five-pointed star, symbolizing the country's rich agricultural heritage and Islamic faith.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1398 (1978)  200 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Rufiyaa (FAO; Gold Proof) 1398 (1978) coin.