100 Riyals - Mohammed Papal Visit to Australia

Đơn vị phát hành Fujairah
Năm 1970
Loại Non-circulating coin
Mệnh giá 100 Riyals
Tiền tệ Riyal (1966-1973)
Chất liệu Gold (.900)
Trọng lượng 20.73 g
Đường kính 35.5 mm
Độ dày
Hình dạng Round
Kỹ thuật Milled
Hướng Coin alignment ↑↓
Nghệ nhân khắc
Lưu hành đến 1973
Tài liệu tham khảo KM#26, Fr#6, Schön#20
Mô tả mặt trước 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
Chữ viết mặt trước Arabic, Latin
Chữ khắc mặt trước STATE OF FUJAIRAH حُكومَة الفجَيرة ١٠٠ ريال الفجيرة الفجيرة الفجيرة 1970 ١٣٨٩ - 100 F . RIYALS [900] -
(Translation: State of Fujairah 100 Fujairah Riyals Fujairah 1979 1389 100 F. Riyals [900])
Mô tả mặt sau Pope`s profile facing right at left, crown with keys and kangaroo on map at right
Chữ viết mặt sau Latin
Chữ khắc mặt sau PILGRIM IN AUSTRALIA - 1970
Cạnh Reeded
Xưởng đúc
Số lượng đúc 1389 (1970) - ١٣٨٩ 1970 Proof - 250
1389 (1970) - ١٣٨٩ 1970 Proof Sets (Unlisted; All Fujairah) -
ID Numisquare 4625946140
Thông tin bổ sung

Historical Context:This 1970 100 Riyals gold coin was issued by the Emirate of Fujairah, one of the Trucial States under Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, prior to the UAE's formation in 1971. During this transitional period, many Trucial States issued commemorative coinage primarily for the international numismatic market. Commemorating Pope Paul VI's visit to Australia in 1970, a significant global event, highlights Fujairah's participation in this commercial trend, rather than a direct local connection.

Artistry:While the specific engraver remains unrecorded, the artistic style aligns with Western neo-classical or modern commemorative traditions prevalent in European mints striking coins for the Trucial States. The obverse likely features a stylized state emblem or a portrait of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi. The reverse would prominently display an effigy of Pope Paul VI, possibly with symbolic elements or an inscription marking his historic Australian visit. The design aims for dignified representation, characteristic of official commemorative portraiture.

Technical/Grading:Struck in .900 fine gold, weighing 20.73 grams and measuring 35.5 millimeters, this substantial coin was typically produced to high standards, often in proof or proof-like finishes. Key high-points for wear or weakness depend on the specific design, but generally include the highest relief areas of any portrait or intricate scene details. Collectors should examine fields for pristine reflectivity and devices for full strike, as minor contact marks or hairlines can significantly impact grade, especially for collector-intended issues.

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