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  • 1000 Francs 2024, Djibouti, Celebration of Eid al-Fitr
  • 1000 Francs 2024, Djibouti, Celebration of Eid al-Fitr
Description

Eid al-Fitr, translated as 'Holiday of Breaking the Fast' in Arabic, is one of the two official holidays in Islam, the other being Eid al-Adha. It is celebrated globally by Muslims, signifying the end of the month-long fasting period of Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr occurs on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar, which varies each year based on the sighting of the new moon by local religious authorities. This holiday is known by different names in various languages and countries, and is also referred to as "Lesser Eid" or simply Eid.

Djibouti, formally known as the Republic of Djibouti, is situated in the Horn of Africa. It shares borders with Somalia to the south, Ethiopia to the southwest, Eritrea to the north, and is surrounded by the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden to the east. The country covers an area of 23,200 km2 (8,958 sq mi).

Obverse

Depicts the national arms within the wreath, country name in French above, metal, purity, weight and the year of issue is displayed below within a circle surrounded by Islamic ornaments with Islamic octagram design. Mintage (pcs) below.

Djibouti adopted its national emblem upon gaining independence from France on June 27, 1977. The emblem features laurel branches on the sides and encloses a vertical spear with a shield in front. Below the shield, two hands holding large machetes represent the nation's main ethnic groups, the Afar and the Issa. At the top of the spear is a red star, symbolizing unity between the Issa and Afar peoples.

REPUBLIQUE DE DJIBOUTI
2024
Au .9999 1000 FRANCS 10 g
003/999

Reverse

Depicts an Arabic inscription “Eid Mubarak” within a crescent surrounded by Islamic ornaments with an Islamic octagram design.

Eid Mubarak, an Arabic phrase translating to "Blessed feast/festival", is commonly utilized by Muslims worldwide. It serves as a greeting during festive occasions. Socially, Eid al-Fitr is typically celebrated after Ramadan, while Eid al-Adha is observed in the month of Dhul Hijjah, the final Islamic month. This tradition of exchanging greetings holds cultural significance rather than being a religious mandate.

عيد مبارك

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Gold
Fineness 0.999
Weight 10 g
Diameter -
Width 22.9 mm
Height 22.9 mm
Thickness -
Shape square
Alignment Coin
Mint
MDM

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