United Arab Emirates (Coins)


	The sheikdoms of Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Sharjah and Umm al Qaiwain proclaimed the Federation of Arab Emirates on December 2nd, 1971. The residence of Sheikh Sajed bin Sultan in Abu Dhabi was declared the provisional capital. By mid-February 1972 the seventh Gulf sheikdom, Ras al Khaimah, joined the Federation.

		Monetary System

			100 Fils = 1 Dirham


	1973 United Arab Emirates 5 Fils (Br) - BU




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	FAO Coin Plan issue. Obverse Mata Hari fish with legend in Arabic “Cleaner seas, more food for mankind”, date. Rev. value in Arabic. Lustrous example with strong strike, below average marks and lots of pizzazz. *(View image for more detail.)*

Item Number	Price
UAECN5F973	$1.75


	1988 United Arab Emirates 1 Dirham (Cu-Ni) - AU




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	Obverse source & denomination. Rev. pitcher. “One year type” issue with nice clear fields and very lustrous steel gray appearance, somewhat reflective, with a hint of rose/gold over. *(View image for more detail.)*

Item Number	Price
UABCN1D988	$2.50


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