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  • 5 Baisa 1990, KM# 76, Oman, Qaboos bin Said, National Day of Oman, 20th Anniversary
  • 5 Baisa 1990, KM# 76, Oman, Qaboos bin Said, National Day of Oman, 20th Anniversary
Description

Qaboos bin Said Al Said (1940–2020) was the Sultan of Oman from 23 July 1970 until his death. A fifteenth-generation descendant of the founder of the House of Al Said, he was the longest-serving leader in the Middle East and Arab world at the time of his death.

National Day is an official holiday in the Sultanate of Oman and the main one in the country. The holiday currently celebrates the birthday of Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said.

Obverse

Depicts crowned national coat of arms of Oman divided date, denomination below surrounded by name of country above and the inscription "Central Bank of Oman" below.

The national coat of arms of Oman is an insignia consisting of a khanjar inside its sheath that is superimposed upon two crossed swords. Adopted in the 18th century as the badge of the Omani royal family, it subsequently became the national emblem of the Sultanate of Oman. The emblem is featured at the canton on the Flag of Oman.

A khanjar (Arabic: خنجر‎‎, Persian: خنجر‎‎, Turkish: Hançer) is a traditional dagger originating from Oman. Worn by men for ceremonial occasions, it is a short curved sword shaped like the letter "J" and resembles a hook. It can be made from a variety of different materials, depending on the quality of its craftsmanship. It is a popular souvenir among tourists and is sold in souqs throughout the region. A national symbol of the sultanate, the khanjar is featured on the country's national emblem and on the Omani rial. It is also utilized in logos and commercial imagery by companies based in Oman.

سلطنة عمان
١٤١١هـ ١٩٩٠م
٥ بيسة
البنك المركزي العماني

Reverse

Depicts a general view of the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, the inscription "20th National Day" above and "Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex" below.

The Sultan Qaboos Stadium, located in the Boshar district of Muscat, Oman, is a government-owned venue primarily used for football matches. It also accommodates athletics events and has hosted field hockey matches. Originally seating over 40,000, recent renovations have reduced capacity to 28,000. Home to the Oman national football team, the stadium has hosted prominent events like the Arabian Gulf Cup in 2009 and 1996. It offers strong security measures and ample parking space, with over 10,000 slots available. Additionally, it served as the venue for the 2018 Men's Asian Champions Trophy in field hockey.

العيد الوطني العشرون
مجمع السلطان قابوس الرياضي
مجمع السلطان قابوس الرياضي

Edge

5 Baisa

KM# 76 Schön# 85
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Bronze
Weight 3.11 g
Diameter 19 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Alt # KM# PS5

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