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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.
Engraver: Geoffrey Colley
Obverse
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Depicts a palm tree on a beach in front of a dhow surrounded by the inscription "Government of Bahrain" and dates in Arabic above on the left and in English below on the right. حكومة البحرين |
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Reverse
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Depicts the logo of FAO (with its Latin motto "fiat panis", which translates to "let there be bread") in the middle, inscriptions in Arabic above, and denomination in Arabic and English below. لنعمل على توفير الغذاء الجميع |
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Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Cupronickel |
Weight | 15 g |
Diameter | 32 mm |
Thickness | 2.5 mm |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |
Mint |
Royal Mint
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Related coins
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)