Issued to mark the opening of the 15th Hijri century — which began in 1400 AH, corresponding to November 1979 — this is a pattern piece, meaning it was produced for approval or presentation purposes and never entered circulation. Jordan struck commemorative gold issues for this occasion as well; the gold-plated copper version exists as a trial or specimen alongside those authorized precious-metal strikes. Pattern coinage from the Central Bank of Jordan during this period was often produced in small numbers by European mints under contract, though the specific facility here is unconfirmed.
Issued to mark the opening of the 15th Hijri century — which began in 1400 AH, corresponding to November 1979 — this is a pattern piece, meaning it was produced for approval or presentation purposes and never entered circulation. Jordan struck commemorative gold issues for this occasion as well; the gold-plated copper version exists as a trial or specimen alongside those authorized precious-metal strikes. Pattern coinage from the Central Bank of Jordan during this period was often produced in small numbers by European mints under contract, though the specific facility here is unconfirmed.