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| Issuer | Maldives Monetary Authority |
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| Year | 1978 |
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| Weight | 28.28 g |
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| Obverse description | The national coat of arms of the Republic of Maldives occupies the central field, featuring a crescent and five-pointed star flanked by two national flags on poles, surmounted by a coconut palm tree. Below the central device, a ribbon banner bears an Arabic inscription. The circular legend REPUBLIC OF MALDIVES arcs along the upper periphery in Latin lettering, while the dual date ١٣٩٨ - 1978 (AH 1398 / AD 1978) is inscribed in Arabic-Indic and Western numerals along the lower periphery. The design is rendered in high relief against a smooth field, with a reeded border encircling the entire obverse. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a traditional Maldivian dhow under sail at sea, its mast fitted with outrigger fishing rods, set against an open horizon. Seabirds are shown in flight above the vessel, conveying the maritime heritage of the islands. Below the waterline, five fish and an octopus are arranged in the exergue area, symbolising the nation's fishing resources. The FAO-themed legend EMMENAH KAANAA · FOOD FOR ALL arcs along the upper and lateral periphery in Latin script, with the denomination 25 RUFIYAA inscribed below. The composition was issued as part of the FAO Food for All programme. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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