25 Fils - Zayed / Khalifa non-magnetic

Emissor United Arab Emirates
Ano 1973-2011
Tipo Standard circulation coin
Valor 25 Fils
Moeda Dirham (1973-date)
Composição Copper-nickel
Peso 3.5 g
Diâmetro 20 mm
Espessura 1.5 mm
Formato Round
Técnica Milled
Orientação Medal alignment ↑↑
Gravador(es) Geoffrey Colley
Em circulação até
Referência(s) KM#4
Descrição do anverso Denomination in Arabic surrounded by name of the country in Arabic and English.
Escrita do anverso Arabic, Latin
Legenda do anverso الامارات العربية المتحدة ٢٥ فلساً UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
(Translation: United Arab Emirates 25 Fils)
Descrição do reverso Gazelle facing left, date below. Probably the sand gazelle or goitered gazelle (Gazella subgutturosa marica), one of the 2 species found in the UAE.
Escrita do reverso Arabic
Legenda do reverso ١٤٢٨-٢٠٠٧
(Translation: 2007-1428)
Bordo Reeded
Casa da moeda Royal Canadian Mint of Winnipeg,Canada (1976-date)
Royal Mint, Llantrisant, United
Kingdom (1968-date)
Tiragem 1393 (1973) - ١٣٩٣ - ١٩٧٣ - 10 400 000
1402 (1982) - ١٤٠٢ - ١٩٨٢ -
1404 (1984) - ١٤٠٤ - ١٩٨٤ -
1404 (1984) - ١٤٠٤ - ١٩٨٤ Specimen (Ex King`s Norton Mint Collection) -
1406 (1986) - ١٤٠٦ - ١٩٨٦ -
1406 (1986) - ١٤٠٦ - ١٩٨٦ Specimen (Ex King`s Norton Mint Collection) -
1407 (1987) - ١٤٠٧ - ١٩٨٧ -
1408 (1988) - ١٤٠٨ - ١٩٨٨ -
1408 (1988) - ١٤٠٨ - ١٩٨٨ Proof Sets -
1409 (1989) - ١٤٠٩ - ١٩٨٩ -
1409 (1989) - ١٤٠٩ - ١٩٨٩ Proof Sets (KM#MS1) -
1409 (1989) - ١٤٠٩ - ١٩٨٩ Specimen (Ex King`s Norton Mint Collection) -
1415 (1995) - ١٤١٥ - ١٩٩٥ -
1415 (1995) - ١٤١٥ - ١٩٩٥ Proof Sets -
1419 (1998) - ١٤١٩ - ١٩٩٨ -
1425 (2005) - ١٤٢٥ - ٢٠٠٥ -
1428 (2007) - ١٤٢٨ - ٢٠٠٧ -
1432 (2011) - ١٤٣٢ - ٢٠١١ -
ID Numisquare 4155271940
Informações adicionais

Historical Context: The 25 Fils coin, issued 1973-2011, was a foundational denomination for the United Arab Emirates. Introduced under Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the nation's founder, and continued under Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, this series reflects an era of rapid nation-building and economic transformation. It symbolizes the UAE's burgeoning identity and sovereignty after its 1971 unification, circulating during a period of significant modernization.

Artistry: The coin's design embodies a modern, nationalistic aesthetic. While the engraver is often unrecorded, production frequently involved leading European mints. The obverse features a dignified portrait of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, a powerful emblem of leadership. The reverse consistently displays "25 Fils" in Arabic and English, with dual dating, often complemented by the UAE's national emblem, a falcon, symbolizing heritage. Clarity and national symbolism are prioritized.

Technical/Grading: Struck in copper-nickel, this 25 Fils variant is notably non-magnetic, a crucial distinction. For optimal grading, examine high points: Sheikh Zayed's hair, beard, cheekbone, and the falcon's head and wings. A strong strike ensures full separation and crisp definition in all lettering. High-grade examples exhibit minimal contact marks on fields, preserving original luster and eye appeal.

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