7½ Riyals - Saqr (Rome) 1970 front 7½ Riyals - Saqr (Rome) 1970 back
7½ Riyals - Saqr (Rome) 1970 photo
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7½ Riyals - Saqr Rome

1970 year
Silver (.925) 22.5 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Ras al-Khaimah (United Arab Emirates)
Ruling authority
Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi (1948-2010)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1970
Value
7½ Riyals (7.5)
Currency
Riyal (1966-1973)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
22.5 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1973
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#38006
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Romolo in the figure of a young shepherd athletic man, covered with hides, draws the rectangular line for the foundation of Rome, pushing the handle of the plow and going on towards left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROMA
1870~1970
ROMA
CONDITUR
753 a.c.
SDG

Translation:
Rome
1870-1970
Foundation of Rome
753 BC
SDG

Engraver: Prof. Di Gioandomenico

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Estimated Mintage.

Part of 2 Proof Sets:
KM#PS3: Rome Centennial - Full Set (8 coins)
KM#PS7: Rome Centennial - Silver Set (3 coins)

KM#PS3:

© Image courtesy of V.L. Nummus

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Saqr (Falcon) monument located in Ras al-Khaimah, which is a symbol of the emirate's rich history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1970  2000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 7½ Riyals - Saqr (Rome) 1970 coin.