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House of Emirates® in London is thrilled to offer its elite clientele this rare and majestic 1-ounce .999 fine silver commemorative medal from Syria, issued in 2000 to mark the 30th Anniversary of Hafez Al-Assad’s presidency, 1970–2000.
Struck in an impressive 31.103 grams of .999 pure silver and measuring 38 mm in diameter, this substantial medal combines precious-metal content with a remarkable piece of modern Syrian history. The issue was produced by the Central Bank of Syria and is catalogued as a commemorative issue for the 30th anniversary of Assad’s time in office.
Numista records the exact type as Silver (.999), 31.103 g and 38 mm, with the design bearing the Syrian Arab Republic emblem and the 2000 / 1421 AH dates.
The obverse presents the Coat of Arms of the Syrian Arab Republic, featuring the Hawk of Quraish with the two-star shield and Arabic inscriptions identifying the Syrian Arab Republic and Central Bank of Syria. The denomination 25 appears on both sides, while the inscription records 2000 AD and 1421 AH, together with the purity mark I-F 999.
Lettering:
الجمهورية العربية السورية
١٤٢١ هـ ٢٠٠٠مـ
الجمهورية العربية السورية
مَصرَف سُوريّة المركزي
I-F 999
Translation:
Syrian Arab Republic
AD2000 – AH1421
Central Bank of Syria
I-F 999
The reverse is dominated by a finely rendered frontal portrait of Hafez Al-Assad, framed by two elegant wheat branches, with the Arabic inscription identifying him as President of the Republic and commemorating 1970–2000.
Bust of President Hafez Al-Assad facing straight ahead within wreath made of two wheat sprigs.
Script: Arabic
Lettering: رئيس الجمهورية الفريق حافظ الأسد ١٩٧٠-٢٠٠٠
This medal is particularly intriguing because it was produced in the final period of Assad’s rule; Hafez Al-Assad died on 10 June 2000, making this 2000 commemorative issue an object closely associated with the closing chapter of his presidency.
The medal is officially catalogued as having been issued by the Central Bank of Syria and presented in a box .
For the discerning investor in tangible historical assets, this extraordinary Syrian silver medal offers the combination of 1 ounce of .999 pure silver, official Central Bank of Syria provenance, striking Arabic artistry and significant twentieth-century historical context.
Numista assigns this exact silver issue a rarity index of 95, a measure based on the availability of the type within its members’ collections—not a market-value appraisal.
Presented in its original Syria Central Bank presentation box, this is a magnificent royal-class gift for someone who appreciates precious metals, Middle Eastern history and exceptional commemorative pieces.
Its substantial one-ounce silver format and highly distinctive portrait design make it an imposing addition to a sophisticated tangible-asset portfolio or an unforgettable gift with genuine historical character.
Specifications:
Country: Syrian Arab Republic
Issuer: Central Bank of Syria
Issue: Commemorative 30th Anniversary of Hafez Al-Assad in Office
Period: 1970–2000
Year: 2000 AD / 1421 AH
Metal: .999 Fine Silver
Weight: 31.103 g / 1 Troy Ounce
Diameter: 38 mm
Design: Syrian coat of arms / Hafez Al-Assad portrait
Presentation: Original Syria Central Bank box
Numista: N#102876
Rarity Index: 95
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