National emblem divides date above value surrounded by the inscription "Central Bank of Mauritania" in French.


Coat of arms Mauritania
Symbol, amulet, talisman Five-pointed star
Tree, flower, plant etc. Palm
National emblem surrounded by the country name (the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, al-Jumhūrīyah al-Islāmīyah al-Mūrītānīyah) and value in Arabic, date (Hijri).

The Mauritania coat of arms comprises a green circle with a grayish border. Inside the circle, a gold star and crescent are located, as well as a palm tree. The green symbolizes Islam, the major religion in the nation, and the gold represents the sands of the Sahara desert.

Star and crescent divide sprigs with legend below value, all within circle of date and the inscription "Central Bank of Mauritania" in Arabic.