MUSCAT – In a statement released today, the CBO highlighted that this milestone represents a significant chapter in the Sultanate’s history, reflecting the depth of Oman’s political stability under the wise leadership of the Al Busaid rulers, who have played a pivotal role in state-building and the nation’s renaissance.
The newly minted coins feature a design that embodies Omani national identity. The obverse includes a colourful image of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, along with the Sultan’s Tughra, Al Alam Palace, and the iconic Al Jalali and Al Mirani forts. The reverse depicts Sohar Fort, a traditional Omani sailing ship (dhow), and the names of past imams and sultans of the Al Busaid dynasty, all rendered with vivid detail.
According to the CBO, a limited number of coins were minted – 15 gold coins and 1,000 silver coins. Each carries a nominal value of one Omani rial and is legal tender at face value.
These coins are characterised by high-quality specifications of gold (0.927) and silver (0.999), with a diameter of 75.00 mm and a weight of 113.40 grams. The minimum selling price for the gold coin starts from RO 7,935, and the silver coin at RO 134, (subject to change based on fluctuations in international precious metal prices).
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It is worth noting that these commemorative coins are legal tender at their face value and can be purchased from the Central Bank of Oman (Ruwi, Salalah, and Sohar), or through the Oman Post sales window at the Royal Opera Galleria, starting today.
