10 Riyals - Mohammed Apollo XIII

発行体 Fujairah
年号 1970
種類 Non-circulating coin
額面 10 Riyals
通貨 Riyal (1966-1973)
材質 Silver (.999)
重量 30.0 g
直径 45 mm
厚さ
形状 Round
製造技法 Milled
向き Coin alignment ↑↓
彫刻師
流通終了年 1973
参考文献 KM#19, Schön#15
表面の説明 Coat of Arms. `Al Fujairah` in Arabic on both flags; normally on the left flag, and mirrored on the right flag. Mintage figure stamped at lower right, and silver fineness at lower left
表面の文字体系 Arabic, Latin
表面の銘文 STATE OF FUJAIRAH حُكومَة الفجَيرة ١٠ ريال الفجيرة الفجيرة الفجيرة 1970 ١٣٨٩ - 1000 10 F . RIYALS 11657 -
(Translation: State of Fujairah 10 Fujairah Riyals Fujairah 1970 1389 1000 10 F. Riyals 11657)
裏面の説明 4 assorted Apollo mission badges (Apollo 12, Apollo 11, Apollo 10, Apollo 9) surrounding sun and three rearing winged horses, leaping from Earth to the Moon through space.
裏面の文字体系 Latin
裏面の銘文 APOLLO XIII APOLLO XII Conrad · Gordon · Bean APOLLO 11 APOLLO X STAFFORD YOUNG CERNAN Mc DIVITT SCOTT SCHWEICKART APOLLO IX
Reeded
鋳造所
鋳造数 1389 (1970) - ١٣٨٩ 1970 Proof - 15 000
1389 (1970) - ١٣٨٩ 1970 Proof Sets (Unlisted; All Fujairah) -
1389 (1970) - ١٣٨٩ 1970 Proof Sets (Unlisted; KM#1,2,3,4,5,19,22) -
Numisquare ID 6799981670
追加情報

Historical Context: The 1970 Fujairah 10 Riyals, "Mohammed Apollo XIII," was issued during the reign of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, prior to the formation of the United Arab Emirates in 1971. As a Trucial State, Fujairah sought to establish its identity on the global stage. This coin notably commemorates the Apollo 13 lunar mission, reflecting the emirate's modern outlook and its desire to align with significant international achievements in science and exploration, a remarkable juxtaposition for an emerging state.

Artistry: The design of this commemorative piece likely emanated from a European private mint, common for the specialized coinage of smaller nations at the time, though a specific engraver is typically uncredited. The stylistic school leans towards modern realism, aiming for a precise depiction of both the emirate's leadership and the iconic imagery of the Apollo 13 mission. The obverse would feature the effigy or emblem of Sheikh Mohammed, while the reverse would undoubtedly portray elements of the ill-fated yet triumphant space journey, rendered with contemporary detail.

Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine silver, this substantial coin measures 45 mm in diameter and weighs 30.0 grams. Key high-points for wear or strike weakness on the obverse typically include the highest relief areas of the ruler's portrait or any national emblem. On the reverse, the raised features of the spacecraft, astronaut's visor, or lunar topography are critical areas. Collectors should seek examples exhibiting a full, sharp strike, often characterized by frosted devices and deeply mirrored fields indicative of proof or proof-like production, with minimal bag marks.

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