50 Riyals - Khālid III 1970 World Cup; Trial Strike
1970 year| - | - | - |
| Issuer | Sharjah (United Arab Emirates) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Khalid bin Mohammed Al Qasimi (1965-1972) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 50 Riyals |
| Currency | Riyal (1966-1973) |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1973 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#92801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Plain, with tiny lettering at the bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
[MET.]
GORI & ZUCCHI
Translation:
Metallurgical
Gori & Zucchi
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Unknown mintage.Unlisted in Krause Publications.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Riyals - Khālid III (1970 World Cup; Trial Strike) 1970 from Sharjah (United Arab Emirates) is that it was minted to commemorate the 1970 FIFA World Cup, which was held in Mexico. The coin features an image of a soccer player in action, surrounded by the words "1970 FIFA World Cup" in Arabic and English. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of trial strikes minted. It is a unique piece of numismatic history that combines the passion for soccer with the rich cultural heritage of the United Arab Emirates.
