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Saudi Arabia 1 Riyal 1379 (1960) P-6 VF
Saudi Arabia 1 Riyal 1379 (1960) P-6 VF
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Classic Saudi Banknote Featuring National Emblem & Cultural Design - A Must-Have for World Currency Collectors!
Step into the world of mid-20th-century Middle Eastern currency with this beautifully preserved Saudi Arabia 1 Riyal banknote, issued in 1379 AH (1960 AD) and catalogued as P-6. Offered in Very Fine (VF) condition, this note combines historical prestige, striking design elements, and broad collector appeal.
🔎 Design & Symbolism
🟩 Obverse – Kingdom’s Emblem & Classic Typography
The front of the note features the beautifully detailed Saudi national emblem, two crossed swords supporting a palm tree, symbolizing strength, justice, and prosperity. Elegant Arabic calligraphy surrounds the denomination, giving the note a powerful cultural identity. Ornate Islamic geometric patterns enhance the background, reflecting the artistic traditions of Saudi Arabia.
📖 Interesting Facts
Dual Dating System – Islamic and Gregorian:
This note is dated 1379 AH (Anno Hegirae), the Islamic calendar, which corresponds to 1960 AD in the Gregorian calendar. This dual-era dating makes it especially appealing to collectors interested in numismatic chronology and cultural context.
Early Central Bank Era:
This series comes from Saudi Arabia’s early currency issuance period, before later design modernization. It reflects national identity formation shortly after the establishment of the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (now Saudi Central Bank), established in 1952.
Cultural Design Heritage:
From the intricate Islamic patterns to the palm-tree emblem, every design element honors Saudi culture and heritage, making this more than currency, but a visual expression of national pride.
Scarcity in Good Condition:
While many notes from this era circulated heavily, finding examples in Very Fine condition, with distinct print clarity and minimal damage, is becoming harder as time passes.
🎯 Why This Note Belongs in Your Collection
- Classic Saudi Arabian banknote from 1960
- Iconic national emblem and decorative calligraphy
- Dual calendar dating (Islamic + Gregorian)
- Beautiful example of early Saudi currency design
- Valuable addition to world paper money collections
Don’t miss your chance to own this historic piece of Saudi Arabia’s monetary heritage, a beautiful, culturally rich 1 Riyal note that stands out in any collection!
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CONDITION GUIDE
Gem Uncirculated
A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.
About Uncirculated
A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.
Extra Fine
A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.
Very Fine
A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes.
Fine
A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.
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