Fujairah 10 riyals Apollo XII Moon Landing Program proof silver coin 1970

This captivating 10 riyals silver coin from Fujairah, issued in 1970, commemorates the Apollo XII Moon Landing Program—the second successful human mission to the Moon. Struck in refined Proof quality, this piece reflects the global fascination with space exploration and the continued achievements of the Apollo era.

The obverse is richly composed with detailed lunar imagery, featuring a textured Moon surface filled with craters and surrounded by stars. Multiple mission insignia are carefully arranged, including the Apollo 11 eagle landing emblem and the Apollo XII patch depicting a sailing ship. A circular medallion shows a spacecraft docking motif, while a triangular badge adds further symbolic detail. On the right side, three astronaut portraits—Charles Conrad, Richard Gordon, and Alan Bean—are presented within a stylized spacecraft outline, each name engraved alongside. The inscription “APOLLO XII” completes the dynamic design.

The reverse displays the national coat of arms of Fujairah: a central shield with crossed flags and rifles, Arabic inscriptions, the denomination “10 Riyals,” and the year “1970,” all framed by a beaded border that enhances the formal composition.

This coin represents determination, exploration, and technological progress. Its intricate design and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection of space-themed or world silver coins.

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