Description
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• Denomination: 1 Dirham
• Year: 1989 (AH 1409)
• Metal: Copper-Nickel
• Weight: 6.1 grams
• Diameter: 24 mm
• Edge: Reeded
🏛 Design
• Obverse: Traditional Arabic coffee pot (Dallah)
• Reverse: Dhow (traditional sailing boat) with denomination in Arabic
• Symbolizes Emirati heritage and maritime history.
🏷 Grading (Your Coin)
• Grade: AU 53 (About Uncirculated)
• Meaning: Slight wear on high points, most original detail and some luster remain.
• Nice circulated example but not Mint State.
📊 Mintage & Rarity
• 1989 is a common circulation year.
• Not rare; widely available in circulated grades.
💰 Value
• No silver content (base metal).
• Collector Value (AU53): Typically $3–$8 USD depending on demand and holder.
• Value mainly from collector interest rather than metal content.
⭐ Notes
• Popular among UAE collectors.
• Earlier dates (1973–1975) in high grades are more valuable.
• Slabbed examples add presentation value but not major price premium for common dates.