United Arab Emirates 1 Dirham Coin featuring the Dallah Coffee Pot
Coin/Bullion · Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates minted by international state mints
Pattern: UAE Currency Circulation Coin Series featuring the Dallah motif
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates minted by international state mints
Material
Copper-nickel alloy, typically 75 percent copper and 25 percent nickel, lacking precious silver content despite silver appearance
Dimensions
Standard 1 Dirham circulating coin dimensions, approximately 24 mm in diameter with a weight of roughly 6.4 grams
Description
A standard circulating United Arab Emirates 1 Dirham coin held in the palm of a hand, displaying the iconic Dallah coffee pot emblem on the obverse face above Arabic text and year numerals. Although possessing a silvery appearance due to its copper-nickel composition, it is a base metal currency piece rather than a precious silver artifact.
Key Features
Prominent embossed Dallah coffee pot motif, dual-calendar year numbering in Arabic script, durable copper-nickel silver-toned alloy
Material & Composition
Copper-nickel alloy, typically 75 percent copper and 25 percent nickel, lacking precious silver content despite silver appearance
Finish & Decoration
Standard circulation coin finish with a raised depiction of a traditional Arabic Dallah coffee pot and inscribed Arabic numerals indicating Islamic and Gregorian calendar years
Hallmarks & Stamps
State currency inscriptions in Arabic and numerical dates indicating minting years
Construction Details
Machine-struck via high-pressure minting dies for mass circulation
Functional Features
Legal tender coin designed for standard monetary transactions and circulation
Handle & Grip Details
Reeded or plain coin edge designed for standard tactile recognition and circulation use
Craftsmanship Details
High-volume industrial minting quality designed for durability and resistance to wear during commercial circulation
Authentication Indicators
Standard weight, precise dimensions, crisp die-stamped relief of national symbols consistent with official UAE currency standards
Origin & Manufacturing
United Arab Emirates monetary system, manufactured for the Central Bank
Era & Period
Modern Era circulation coinage, late 20th to early 21st century
Age Estimate
Late 20th century to modern, specifically indicated by the dual Islamic and Gregorian year markings on the face
Cultural Significance
Represents the economic sovereignty, heritage, and cultural traditions of the United Arab Emirates through national iconography
Condition Notes
Circulated condition with visible surface wear, minor scuffs, and natural oxidation typical of everyday pocket change
Value Estimate
Face value equivalent to 1 UAE Dirham, with negligible collector premium for standard circulated specimens
Care & Maintenance
Requires no special preservation beyond standard coin storage, as it is composed of base metal currency
Similar Pieces
Other Middle Eastern circulating coins featuring regional motifs such as the UAE fils denominations or Saudi Riyals
Interesting Facts
The Dallah coffee pot featured on the coin is a traditional symbol of Arabic hospitality, frequently used for serving Arabian coffee to guests