Description

The Sultanate of Oman observes Omani Youth Day on October 26 each year. This occasion serves as an encouragement for the youth, highlighting their importance as a cornerstone and source of strength for the nation. The dedication of this day to celebrate the youth underscores their significance, as they continue to strive for greater success and achievements, elevating Oman's global standing.

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.

Obverse

Depicts the National Emblem of Oman dividing denomination in Arabic and English, surrounded by the country name inside a circle, with the legend "Central Bank of Oman" outside both in Arabic above and English below.

The national emblem 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.

البنك المركزي العماني
سلطنة عمان
ONE RIAL ريال واحد
SULTANATE OF OMAN
CENTRAL BANK OF OMAN

Reverse

Depicts two hands holding a radiant torch with a coat of arm on the right, a map of Oman on the left, inscription and date in Hijri and Georgian in calendar years below surrounded by many activities within small circles, country name, inscription and date below between two palm trees in front of the radiant sun in the background.

عام الشباب
سلطنة عمان
١٤١٣هـ ١٩٩٣م
سلطنة عمان
YEAR OF YOUTH
1993 g - 1413 h

Edge -
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Gold
Fineness 0.917
Weight 20 g
Diameter 30 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal

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