Oman – 1977 – 75 Rials – Arabian Tahr – Gold – NGC MS69

Oman – 1977 – 75 Rials – Arabian Tahr – Gold – NGC MS69 – Certificate 8582265-005

Brief description
A rare WWF Conservation series specimen featuring an Arabian Tahr . In NGC MS69, the piece displays a very harmonious surface texture with clear detail separation and a fresh appearance. This makes it an excellent addition to a discerning collection of Asian or animal-themed specimens .

Highlights

• NGC MS69 – Top Pop in the NGC Census

• A popular Arabian Tahr motif with strong collector appeal.

• Royal Mint, Llantrisant within the 1970s Conservation series

• Small mintage : BU 825 coins

Context: WWF Conservation Series
The international WWF Conservation series of the 1970s combines national heraldry with endangered animal species. The coins were predominantly minted in Llantrisant (Royal Mint), resulting in a consistent, yet international series. Collectors appreciate the clearly documented mintages and uniform specifications, making these pieces ideal for thematic collections.

Portrait motif: Arabian Tahr
The Arabian Tahr is a rare species of wild goat native to the mountainous regions of Oman. Characteristic features include compact proportions and backward-curving horns. The clear silhouette on the coin ensures immediate recognition. In high mint-state grades, the animal motif appears particularly three-dimensional, visibly enhancing display case presentations.

Context: Dating AH 1397 – 1976 and 1977
The coin bears the Islamic year AH 1397 . This corresponds approximately to December 1976 to December 1977 . Therefore, some catalogs list the type under 1976 , others under 1977 .
To ensure clarity, we use 1977 in the title and explain in the technical data: AH 1397 (1977) – NGC lists the year 1976 on the labels . This ensures both spellings are transparently covered.

Technical data

• Country: Oman

• Year: AH 1397 (1977) – NGC lists 1976

• Nominal value: 75 Rials

• Material: .900 gold

• Weight: 33,437 g

• Fine gold: 0.9675 oz (AGW)

• Diameter: 33 mm

• Minting quality: Uncirculated (BU)

• Mint: Royal Mint, Llantrisant

• Engraver: Michael Hibbit

• Edition: BU 825

• Condition: NGC MS69 – Top Pop

• Certification: 8582265-005

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