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United Arab Emirates Banknote 5 Dirhams 1973 350AED

AED 350

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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 17th January 2026

Description

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates – 5 Dirhams (1973)

Issued by: United Arab Emirates Currency Board

🔹 Basic Information

Country: United Arab Emirates

Denomination: 5 Dirhams

Year: 1973 (ND – No printed date)

Pick Number: Pick #2a

Printer: TDLR (Thomas De La Rue, UK)

Currency Era: Early UAE Dirham issues (pre–Central Bank series)

🔹 Physical & Technical Details

Material: Paper

Watermark: Horse’s Head

Serial Number Example: 10B195238

Grading Authority: PMG (Paper Money Guaranty)

Grade Shown: PMG 30 – Very Fine

🔹 Design Description (Front)

Central Imagery:

Traditional dhow sailing boat (symbol of maritime trade)

Camels caravan representing desert heritage

Palm tree (prosperity & life)

Oil derrick symbolizing the rise of the oil economy

Arabic Text:

“الإمارات العربية المتحدة”

“مجلس النقد” (Currency Board)

“خمسة دراهم” (Five Dirhams)

Decorative Elements:

Ornate Arabic geometric patterns

Value numerals “5” in traditional frames

🔹 Historical Significance

Among the first Dirham banknotes issued after the formation of the UAE (1971).

Printed before the establishment of the UAE Central Bank (1973–1980 transition period).

Reflects the economic transformation of the UAE—from traditional life to oil prosperity.

🔹 Collectability

Highly collectible, especially when slabbed by PMG

Horse’s Head watermark varieties are sought after

Value depends on grade, centering, and serial number quality