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5 Riyals - Rashid 2 dates, Essai
| Issuer | Ajman |
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| Year | 1969 |
| Type | Coin pattern |
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| Reverse description | The state emblem of Ajman occupies the upper portion of the field, depicted as two crossed flags with two curved swords behind them, their blades crossing at the centre. A houbara bustard stands in profile facing left in the lower central field, serving as the dynastic emblem. The dual dates ١٣٨٩ (Hijri) and ١٩٦٩ (Gregorian) are inscribed in Arabic numerals in the lower exergual area, flanking the bird. The reverse is struck to proof quality with deeply mirrored fields and frosted devices, framed by a fine beaded border. |
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| Reverse lettering | ١٣٨٩ ١٩٦٩ (Translation: 1969-1389) |
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Ajman was the smallest and least financially solvent of the Trucial States, which made its late-1960s coin program essentially a revenue exercise aimed at foreign collectors rather than domestic circulation. These essai pieces — struck in limited numbers as pattern or presentation strikes ahead of any circulation issue — were produced by the Monnaie de Paris under contract, a common arrangement for Gulf sheikhdoms seeking internationally credible coinage without the infrastructure to mint domestically.
The "Rashid 2 dates" designation reflects the dual-calendar dating practice, showing both Hijri and Gregorian years. Ajman joined the UAE federation in 1971, ending its independent issuing authority entirely.