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  • 5 Fils 2005-2007, KM# 30.1, Bahrain, Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa
  • 5 Fils 2005-2007, KM# 30.1, Bahrain, Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa
Description

Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa (1933–1999) was the 1st emir of Bahrain from 1961 until his death. Born in Jasra, he became emir upon the death of his father, Salman ibn Hamad. During his 38 years as Emir, the economic transformation of Bahrain into a modern nation and a key financial center in the Persian Gulf area took place. Nevertheless, critics note that he also dissolved Parliament, giving absolute power to the royal family.

Obverse

Palm tree within the inner circle. State name in Arabic and English. Islamic and Gregorian dates in English.

دولة البحرين
1426 2005
KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN

Reverse

Numeric denomination back of boxed denomination "فلس" = Fils within a circle. Islamic ornamental border.

Type 1 (this coin): "فلس" = Fils
Type 2: "فلوس" = Fulus

5
فلس

Edge

5 Fils

Kingdom, non-magnetic, 1st type
KM# 30.1 Schön# 21.1
Characteristics
Material Brass
Weight 2.5 g
Diameter 19 mm
Thickness 1.3 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Royal Mint

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