50 Baisa - Said 1359 (1940) front 50 Baisa - Said 1359 (1940) back
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50 Baisa - Said

1359 (1940) year
Copper-nickel 7.68 g 25.20 mm
Description
Issuer
Dhofar Governorate (Oman)
Sultan
Said bin Taimur (1932-1970)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1359 (1940)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
50 Baisa (0.25)
Currency
Dhofari rial (1940-1970)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
7.68 g
Diameter
25.20 mm
Thickness
2.10 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#94164
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Arabic text

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
الواثق بالله
سعيد بن تيمور
سلطان مسقط وعمان

Translation:
Confident in God
Sa'id bin Taimur
Sultan of Muscat and Oman

Edge

Plain

Comment

Struck for use in Dhofar Province

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 50 Baisa - Said 1359 (1940) from Dhofar Governorate (Oman) made of Copper-nickel weighing 7.68 g is that it features a unique design that reflects the region's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features an image of a traditional Omani fort, while the reverse side features a depiction of a date palm tree, which is a symbol of prosperity and abundance in Oman. The coin's design is a nod to the country's rich cultural heritage and its long history of trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1359 (1940)  - - - - - -

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