UAE Central Bank Launches Commemorative Gold and Silver Coins Honouring Founding Leaders Zayed and Rashid
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has announced the release of special edition gold and silver commemorative coins in honour of the Zayed and Rashid campaign. The initiative pays tribute to the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, pivotal figures in the founding of the UAE.
The coins aim to reinforce national identity and preserve the enduring legacy of the two visionary leaders who laid the foundation for the country’s unity and development.
Coin Specifications and Availability
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Gold Coin:
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Weight: 40 grams
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Diameter: 40 mm
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Obverse: Portraits of Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid
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Reverse: UAE national emblem with the inscription “Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates” in both Arabic and English
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Availability: Exclusively available at the Central Bank headquarters in Abu Dhabi
Silver Coin:
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Weight: 50 grams
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Diameter: 50 mm
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Obverse: Portraits of Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid
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Reverse: UAE national emblem, inscription “Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates” in both Arabic and English, and the phrase “Commemorative Coin” in Arabic
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Availability: Available online via the Central Bank’s official website under the Currency and Coins section
A Tribute to National Legacy
Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank, highlighted the symbolic significance of the issuance:
“This issuance marks the ‘Zayed and Rashid’ campaign, aiming to solidify the values of unity and development upon which our nation was founded, and to highlight inspiring milestones in their journeys. We reaffirm our commitment to immortalising our national history and fostering it in the hearts of future generations.”
The campaign aligns with the UAE’s broader efforts to celebrate national heritage and ensure that future generations remain deeply connected to the country’s founding values.
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