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| توضیحات روی سکه | Coat of Arms. `Al Fujairah` in Arabic on both flags; normally on the left flag, and mirrored on the right flag. Gold fineness in oval at lower right |
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| خط روی سکه | Arabic, Latin |
| نوشتههای روی سکه |
STATE OF FUJAIRAH حُكومَة الفجَيرة ١٠٠ ريال الفجيرة الفجيرة الفجيرة 1969 ١٣٨٨ - 100 F . RIYALS [900] - (Translation: State of Fujairah 100 Fujairah Riyals Fujairah 1969 1388 100 F. Riyals [900]) |
| توضیحات پشت سکه | Busts of the 3 astronauts of Apollo XI with their names underneath, moon and stars. `Moon 1969` in Arabic and English at upper left. M. Collins = Michael Collins N. Armstrong = Neil Armstrong E. Aldrin = Buzz Aldrin (born Edwin Eugene Aldrin Jr.) |
| خط پشت سکه | Arabic, Latin |
| نوشتههای پشت سکه |
القَمر ١٩٦٩ MOON 1969 M.COLLINS N.ARMSTRONG E.ALDRIN (Translation: Moon 1969 M. Collins N. Armstrong E. Aldrin) |
| لبه | Reeded |
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| تیراژ ضرب |
1388 (1969) - ١٣٨٨ 1969 Proof - 2 140 1388 (1969) - ١٣٨٨ 1969 Proof Sets (KM#PS4) - 1388 (1969) - ١٣٨٨ 1969 Proof Sets (KM#PS6) - 1388 (1969) - ١٣٨٨ 1969 Proof Sets (Unlisted; All Fujairah) - 1388 (1969) - ١٣٨٨ 1969 Proof Sets (Unlisted; KM#4,5,9,10) - |
| شناسه Numisquare | 7360500370 |
| اطلاعات تکمیلی |
Historical Context: Issued by Fujairah in 1969, this 100 Riyals gold coin commemorates the momentous Apollo 11 moon landing. At this time, Fujairah was one of the Trucial States under British protection, soon to form the United Arab Emirates. The coin reflects the rule of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, who governed Fujairah from 1939 until 1974. Its issuance highlights a globalized outlook, with nascent nations like Fujairah participating in international commemorative numismatics, often aimed at the bullion market, to mark significant world events.
Artistry: The design exemplifies a mid-20th century commemorative style, likely executed by a European mint. The obverse typically features a dignified portrait of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, rendered with a blend of traditional regal formality and contemporary realism, surrounded by Arabic inscriptions. The reverse presents a striking depiction of the Apollo 11 Lunar Module, "Eagle," poised on the lunar surface, with the Earth prominently visible in the background, encircled by dual Arabic and English legends celebrating the historic achievement.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .900 fine gold with a weight of 20.73 grams and a diameter of 35.5 mm, this issue often exhibits a proof or proof-like strike. Key high-points for evaluation include the intricate details of the Sheikh's hair and facial features on the obverse. On the reverse, critical areas are the fine structural elements of the Lunar Module, the texture of the lunar regolith, and the precise outline of the distant Earth. Collectors should look for full strike definition and highly reflective fields, indicative of its intended premium presentation.