United Arab Emirates 25 Fils Circulation Coin
Coin/Bullion · Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates / Government Mint
Pattern: Standard UAE Circulation Coinage
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates / Government Mint
Material
Cupro-Nickel (Copper and Nickel alloy), sometimes bronze or brass depending on the specific series, but typically non-precious base metal alloy with no silver content.
Dimensions
Standard 25 fils coin diameter is approximately 20 mm with a thickness of around 1.5 mm, weight varies by issue year.
Description
A standard circulating coin from the United Arab Emirates representing the 25 fils denomination. It features distinctive Arabic calligraphy indicating the value and issuing nation, designed for everyday monetary exchange.
Key Features
Circular shape, bilingual text in Arabic and English, prominent numeral '25' in Arabic characters.
Material & Composition
Cupro-Nickel (Copper and Nickel alloy), sometimes bronze or brass depending on the specific series, but typically non-precious base metal alloy with no silver content.
Finish & Decoration
Standard circulation strike, milled rim, stamped Arabic script with denomination and country name.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Inscribed with 'UNITED ARAB EMIRATES' in English and Arabic along with the numerical denomination '25' and 'fils' in Arabic script.
Construction Details
Machine-struck, die-coined base metal currency.
Functional Features
Standard circulating medium of exchange for commercial transactions.
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable; standard flat circular coin format.
Craftsmanship Details
High-volume mass-produced modern machine minting with precise die stamping.
Authentication Indicators
Standard national currency design details, official minting characteristics, and correct metallic composition for modern UAE coinage.
Origin & Manufacturing
United Arab Emirates
Era & Period
Modern Era (Late 20th to 21st Century)
Age Estimate
Late 20th century to contemporary, issued post-1973 federation currency establishment.
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern currency system and economic sovereignty of the United Arab Emirates following its formation in 1971.
Condition Notes
Standard circulated condition showing minor surface wear, typical abrasions, and light oxidation consistent with everyday use.
Value Estimate
Face value or nominal collector value of a few cents, primarily valued as foreign currency exchange rather than precious metal bullion.
Care & Maintenance
No special conservation required as these are common base metal coins of nominal face value.
Similar Pieces
Other Middle Eastern circulating base metal coins such as UAE 50 fils or Dirham denominations.
Interesting Facts
The fils is a subdivision of the UAE dirham, where 100 fils equals 1 dirham. Coins of lower denominations like the 25 fils are frequently encountered in circulation or gathered as pocket change.