Catalogus
| Uitgever | Fujairah |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 1970 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Waarde | 100 Riyals |
| Valuta | Riyal (1966-1973) |
| Samenstelling | Gold (.900) |
| Gewicht | 20.73 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Dikte | |
| Vorm | Round |
| Techniek | Milled |
| Oriëntatie | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| In omloop tot | 1973 |
| Referentie(s) | KM#23, Fr#8, Schön#16 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | 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 |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | Arabic, Latin |
| Opschrift voorzijde |
STATE OF FUJAIRAH حُكومَة الفجَيرة ١٠٠ ريال الفجيرة الفجيرة الفجيرة 1970 ١٣٨٩ - 100 F . RIYALS [900] - (Translation: State of Fujairah 100 Fujairah Riyals Fujairah 1970 1389 100 F. Riyals [900]) |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | 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. |
| Schrift keerzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift keerzijde | APOLLO XIII APOLLO XII Conrad · Gordon · Bean APOLLO 11 APOLLO X STAFFORD YOUNG CERNAN Mc DIVITT SCOTT SCHWEICKART APOLLO IX |
| Rand | Reeded |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
1389 (1970) - ١٣٨٩ 1970 Proof - 600 1389 (1970) - ١٣٨٩ 1970 Proof Sets (Unlisted; All Fujairah) - |
| Numisquare-ID | 4873947440 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: The 1970 Fujairah 100 Riyals Mohammed Apollo XIII gold coin was issued under Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, a pivotal period preceding the 1971 formation of the United Arab Emirates. Fujairah, like other Trucial States, used commemorative coinage to establish international presence and attract numismatic interest. This issue capitalizes on global fascination with space exploration, specifically commemorating the dramatic Apollo 13 lunar mission, linking a nascent nation to a momentous global event, showcasing modern relevance.
Artistry: The specific engraver for this issue remains uncredited, typical for commercial commemorative coinage of the era, often outsourced to European mints. The obverse features a dignified portrait of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, with Arabic inscriptions denoting authority and denomination. The reverse prominently displays imagery related to the Apollo 13 mission, such as the command module or an astronaut, rendered in a contemporary, realistic Western-influenced artistic style, contrasting with traditional Islamic calligraphy.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .900 fine gold, this 20.73-gram, 35.5-millimeter coin typically exhibits excellent strike quality, consistent with collector-oriented issues. Key high-points for strike weakness or wear include the intricate details of the ruler's hair and facial features on the obverse, and the fine lines and textures of the spacecraft or astronaut's helmet on the reverse. Fields are generally reflective, and devices often display a frosted cameo effect, indicative of a proof-like or brilliant uncirculated strike. Edge quality typically sharp.