The 5 Dirhams 1995 banknote was issued by the Central Bank of the UAE as part of the early series reflecting the country’s heritage and economic development.
The obverse features an image of the Dhow sailing ship, a traditional vessel symbolizing the UAE’s maritime history and pearl diving heritage. The denomination is presented in Arabic and English numerals, with decorative geometric patterns.
The reverse depicts the United Arab Emirates coat of arms, featuring a golden falcon and the national flag, along with architectural and cultural motifs representing national pride.
Printed on cotton-based paper, the note includes a watermark, security thread, and fine microprinting.
Dimensions: 145 × 70 mm.
Obverse
Sharjah market at right
Script: Arabic
Reverse
Falcon at left, Khor Fakkan center
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES CENTRAL BANK
FIVE DIRHAMS
Features
| Issuer | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | United Arab Emirates Central Bank (مصرف الإمارات العربية المتحدة المركزي) |
| President | Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (1971-2004) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Years | 1414-1416 (1993-1995) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Dirhams 5 AED = GBP 1.02 |
| Currency | Dirham (1973-date) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 143 × 60 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
