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.

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 an outer view of Jabrin Castle, inscription in Arabic above and English below, date in Hijri and Georgian in Arabic and English below.

Jabrin Castle, also known as Jibreen Castle, is a magnificent testament to Omani architecture and history. Erected in 1670 by Imam Balarab bin Sultan bin Saif Al Ya’rubi, the third Ya’rubi imam, this fortress stands proudly amidst the desert landscape, boasting intricate carvings, ornate ceilings, and labyrinthine corridors that whisper echoes of the past. Initially designed as a palace for the imam, the fortress later served as a governmental seat, featuring five floors and encompassing 55 rooms. Built in multiple stages, it showcases two adjacent courtyards at its core, each adorned with a well providing pure water for drinking and cooking, extending to depths of over 20 meters to ensure a reliable water supply for the fort’s inhabitants. From its strategic vantage point, Jabrin Castle not only serves as a symbol of Oman's enduring strength but also as a testament to its commitment to preserving its historical treasures for generations to come.

حصن جبرين
JABRIN CASTLE
1416H-1995G ١٤١٦هـ ١٩٩٥م

Edge

1 Rial

KM# 126 Schön# 137
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.925
Weight 28.28 g
Diameter 38.61 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Alt # KM# PS6

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