This 2-1/2 Riyals coin is from the Yemen Arab Republic, minted in 1969. It is composed of 0.925 fine silver, weighing 9.00 grams, with an actual silver weight (ASW) of 0.2677 ounces. The obverse of the coin features the national arms of Yemen, which typically includes a hawk, a coffee plant, and the Marib Dam, symbolizing Yemen’s heritage. The reverse showcases oil derricks in a field, representing oil exploration, a crucial aspect of Yemen’s economic development during that period. This coin was issued at a time when Yemen was expanding its industrial and resource sectors, particularly in petroleum exploration. Only 5,000
proof minted. Please view the picture for the actual item you will receive shown exactly in the photo. |