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  • 1 Rial 2011, KM# 168, Oman, Qaboos bin Said, Royal Opera House Muscat, Opera House
  • 1 Rial 2011, KM# 168, Oman, Qaboos bin Said, Royal Opera House Muscat, Opera House
  • 1 Rial 2011, KM# 168, Oman, Qaboos bin Said, Royal Opera House Muscat, Opera House, 5 coin set
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.

The Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM) stands as Oman's foremost hub for musical arts and cultural experiences. Situated in the Shati Al-Qurm district of Muscat along Sultan Qaboos Street, this architectural marvel was commissioned by Sultan Qaboos of Oman himself. Characterized by distinctive contemporary Omani design, it boasts a seating capacity of up to 1,100 individuals. The complex encompasses a concert theatre, auditorium, meticulously designed gardens, a cultural marketplace offering retail options, upscale dining establishments, and an art center dedicated to musical, theatrical, and operatic performances.

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 Royal Opera House, inscription below the logo of Royal Opera House Muscat.

London-based architects Wimberly Allison Tong and Goo were ultimately tasked with constructing the Muscat opera house, a project that commenced in 2007. Situated within an expansive 80-acre plot, the Muscat Opera House is ensconced amidst lush greenery. Its contemporary Omani architectural design seamlessly blends diverse traditions, evoking the grandeur of an Arabian Nights palace. Adorned with pink limestone cladding sourced from the country's desert, the façade exudes a distinctive charm. Internally, the opulent interior features luxurious marble flooring and authentic Omani handicrafts. The theater space, embellished in rich hues of reds and golds, offers seating for 1,100 guests.

دار الأوبرا السلطانية مسقط
ROYAL OPERA HOUSE MUSCAT

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.925
Weight 28.28 g
Diameter 38.61 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Mayer Mint GmbH Germany

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