Coin Identifier
1 Dirham — obverse
Obverse
1 Dirham — reverse
Reverse
1 Dirham

1 Dirham

United Arab Emirates · 2014 (1435 AH)

A circulation coin featuring a traditional Arabic coffee pot (dallah) on one side and the denomination with country name in Arabic and English on the other.

Country
United Arab Emirates
Year
2014 (1435 AH)
Denomination
1 Dirham
Metal
Cupro-Nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
Grade
About Uncirculated to Mint State (AU/MS)

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Overview

A circulation coin featuring a traditional Arabic coffee pot (dallah) on one side and the denomination with country name in Arabic and English on the other.

Historical significance

Introduced as part of the UAE currency system established in 1973, reflecting the nation's cultural heritage and rapid economic development.

Obverse (front)

Features a traditional Arabic coffee pot (dallah) in the center, flanked by Gregorian and Hijri years at the bottom.

Reverse (back)

Displays the denomination '1 Dirham' in Arabic script in the center, surrounded by the issuing authority 'United Arab Emirates' in Arabic at the top and English at the bottom.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $2.00 (Face value is 1 AED, roughly $0.27 USD; circulated specimens carry mostly face value)

What drives this coin's value

Condition/grade, presence of rare year dates or mint errors.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated to Mint State (AU/MS)

Mintage & rarity

Common circulation coin with high mintage numbers.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to its low face value, counterfeiting is extremely rare. Check weight and magnetic properties if in doubt.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard circulating issue with no major recognized high-value errors or rare varieties.

Similar coins

Other Middle Eastern circulating coinage of similar size and composition, such as coins from Oman, Qatar, or Bahrain.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges with clean hands or cotton gloves. Store in a cool, dry place in a standard coin flip or album.