Obverse. Photo © Dom Aukcyjny Numimarket
  • 5 Dinars 1969, KM# 25, Jordan, Hussein, Treasury of Petra
  • 5 Dinars 1969, KM# 25, Jordan, Hussein, Treasury of Petra
Description

Al-Khazneh, also known as Khazneh el-Far'oun (treasury of the pharaoh), stands as one of the most intricately carved rock-cut tombs within Petra, an ancient city of the Nabatean Kingdom once inhabited by Arabs. Much like the other structures in this historic site, including the Monastery (Arabic: Ad Deir), it was hewn from the sandstone cliffs.

Believed to have been constructed as a mausoleum and crypt at the start of the 1st century AD during the reign of Aretas IV Philopatris, Al-Khazneh has become a major tourist attraction in Jordan and the wider region.

Hussein bin Talal (1935–1999) was King of Jordan from the abdication of his father, King Talal, in 1952, until his death. Hussein's rule extended through the Cold War and four decades of Arab–Israeli conflict.

Obverse

Depicts a bust of Hussein bin Talal, encircled by the inscriptions "Hussein bin Talal" and "The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan," with the denomination written in Arabic numerals and letters, along with the date in Hijri format below. Positioned above is the coat of arms of Jordan.

The coat of arms of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan features the Royal Hashemite Crown, symbolizing monarchy, adorned with lotus flowers atop a crimson sash representing purity and sacrifice. Two flags symbolize the Great Arab Revolt, while an eagle stands on the globe, signifying power and the emergence of Islamic civilization. Arab weaponry, including swords and spears, is depicted alongside a shield adorned with a chrysanthemum motif, representing defense. Wheat ears and a palm frond encircle the shield, connected to the ribbon of the Al Nahda First Order Medal, which bears inscriptions honoring historical figures and the kingdom's sovereignty.

الحسين بن طلال
المملكة الأردنية الهاشمية
٥
خمسة دنانير
١٣٨٩

Reverse

Depicts the general outer view of Al-Khazneh in Petra with its name below inside a circle surrounded by the country name above, the value in English numerals and letters with the date in Gregorian below in front of the net design. Metal purity at above on the left.

THE HASHEMITE KINGDOM OF JORDAN
900
TREASURY OF PETRA
FIVE 1969
5 DINARS

Edge

5 Dinars

Treasury of Petra

KM# 25 Schön# 24
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Gold
Fineness 0.900
Weight 13.83 g
Diameter 31 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Alt # KM# PS3, KM# PS4, KM# PS6
Mint
Royal Mint

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