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United Arab Emirates Coin List

The official currency of the United Arab Emirates is the dirham, which was introduced in 1973 following the formation of the country. The UAE's monetary system has evolved over the years, reflecting the rich history and economic development of the region.

Current currency in circulation

The UAE dirham is divided into 100 fils. Coins of 1, 5, 10, 10, 25 and 50 fils, as well as 1 dirham, are currently in circulation . Banknotes are available in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 dirhams. The Central Bank of the UAE is responsible for issuing and regulating the currency, ensuring its stability and value in the international market.

Monetary history and relevant facts

Prior to the introduction of the dirham, the region used a variety of currencies, including the Gulf rupee and the Qatari and Dubai riyal. An important milestone in UAE numismatics was the issuance of the first series of coins in 1973, featuring national symbols such as the falcon and the gazelle. In 1995, a new series of coins was introduced with updated designs, reflecting the country's progress and modernization. The UAE has also issued commemorative coins to celebrate important events, such as the 40th anniversary of its founding in 2011.

Country United Arab Emirates
Flag
Coin UAE dirham (AED)
1€ د.إ4.10
Continent Asia
Capital city Abu Dhabi
ISO2 AE
ISO3 ARE
Catalogued coins 106

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The most valuable and popular coins

The most valuable United Arab Emirates coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.

Coin Catalog

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United Arab Emirates | 1 fils

KM#1 FO#3584
Price $0.87-$0.89
Year 1973-2005

United Arab Emirates | 5 fils (FAO)

KM#2.1 FO#5067
Price $0.45-$2.23
Year 1973-1989

United Arab Emirates | 5 fils (FAO)

KM#2.2 FO#3585
Price $0.28-$0.84
Year 1996-2014

United Arab Emirates | 10 fils

KM#3.1 FO#5068
Price $0.55-$0.90
Year 1973-1989

United Arab Emirates | 10 fils

KM#3.2 FO#3586
Price $0.32-$1.31
Year 1996-2011

United Arab Emirates | 25 fils

KM#4 FO#5069
Price $0.16-$2.99
Year 1973-2011

United Arab Emirates | 25 fils

KM#4a FO#15315
Price $0.20-$0.57
Year 2014-2022

United Arab Emirates | 50 fils

KM#5 FO#5070
Price $0.08-$1.19
Year 1973-1989

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham

KM#6.1 FO#5071
Price $0.40-$4.19
Year 1973-1989

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham

KM#6.2 FO#4654
Price $0.27-$1.15
Year 1995-2007

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham

KM#6.2a FO#6405
Price $0.32-$1.13
Year 2012-2022

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (27th Chess Olympiad - Dubai 1986)

KM#10 FO#27353
Year 1986

United Arab Emirates | 50 fils

KM#16 FO#5072
Price $0.18-$0.50
Year 1995-2007

United Arab Emirates | 50 fils

KM#16a FO#14393
Price $0.28-$0.66
Year 2013-2017

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (35th Anniversary of Bank of Dubai)

KM#32 FO#13076
Year 1998

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (10th Anniversary of the College of Technology)

KM#35 FO#13077
Price $2.66
Year 1998

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (15th Anniversary of the Rashid bin Humaid Prize for Culture)

KM#38 FO#13078
Year 1998

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (Sharjah, City of Culture)

KM#39 FO#13079
Year 1998

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (25 Years of Oil Production at Abu Al Bukhoosh)

KM#40 FO#13080
Year 1999

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (Sheikh Zayed-Islamic Personality in 1999)

KM#41 FO#13081
Year 2000

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (25th Anniversary of the General Women's Union)

KM#46 FO#13082
Price $2.78
Year 2000

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (25th Anniversary Unification of the Armed Forces)

KM#49 FO#13083
Year 2001

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham ((50 years of Formal Education)

KM#51 FO#13516
Price $1.34
Year 2003

United Arab Emirates | 1 dirham (35th Anniversary of the Bank of Abu Dhabi)

KM#52 FO#18459
Price $2.82
Year 2003

United Arab Emirates | 50 dirhams (Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce 30th Anniversary)

KM#56 FO#9050
Year 1999

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