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Qatar Banknote 1 Riyal 1973 DIM 150 AED

Name: Qatar Banknote 1 Riyal 1973 DIM 150 AED
Price: 150 AED
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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 9th March 2026

Description

Country: Qatar
Issuer: Qatar Monetary Agency
Denomination: 1 Riyal
Year: 1973
Catalog Number: Pick #1a
Series: First issue of Qatar currency after establishing the Qatar Monetary Agency

Note Information

Serial Number: A/10 532060

Grading Company: DIM Currency

Grade: Very Fine (VF 30)

Edition: First Edition

Graded Year: 2024

Design Details

Front (Obverse):

Arabic text "مؤسسة النقد القطري" (Qatar Monetary Agency).

Denomination "ريال واحد" meaning One Riyal.

Traditional Arab dhow boat and palm tree emblem inside an ornate geometric medallion.

Decorative floral and arabesque patterns typical of 1970s Gulf banknotes.

Color:

Dominant red / pink tones with multicolor ornamental background.

Language: Arabic

Historical Context

This banknote belongs to the first national currency series issued by Qatar in 1973.

It replaced the Qatar and Dubai Riyal that circulated before independence.

Issued shortly after Qatar established its own monetary authority.

Size

Approx. 140 × 70 mm

Estimated Collector Value (2025)

Because it is graded VF 30:

💰 $40 – $90 USD (approx.)

Higher values occur for UNC / high-grade notes or rare serial numbers.

Collector Notes

Early Qatar banknotes are popular with Middle East collectors.

Pick #1a is the first catalog listing of Qatar’s independent currency.

Slab grading (like this DIM holder) helps preserve and authenticate the note.