Burj Khalifa
Both coins stand as national emblems which reflect the determination and achievements of the UAE federation.These coins are minted by the Dubai refinery, Emirates Gold DMCC, which is an accredited member of DMCC’s Dubai Good Delivery (DGD) standard. The DGD standard, launched in 2005, is an international benchmark of quality and technical specifications in the production of gold and silver.
History
Designed by DMCC, there are two editions of the UAE Gold Bullion Coins.The first edition, launched in April 2012, features a portrait of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, president of the UAE, and Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower.
The second edition, launched in December 2012, features a portrait of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the Palm Jumeirah Island, the world’s largest man-made island
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