{"id":13536,"date":"2025-07-02T18:00:32","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T14:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/abudhabi\/?p=13536"},"modified":"2025-07-02T18:00:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T14:00:32","slug":"uae-drops-special-coins-to-celebrate-its-founding-fathers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/abudhabi\/en\/community\/uae-drops-special-coins-to-celebrate-its-founding-fathers\/","title":{"rendered":"UAE Drops Special Coins To Celebrate Its Founding Fathers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Honoring the past, shaping the future.<\/p>\n<p>The UAE has just launched special commemorative coins to honor the visionary leaders, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. These coins celebrate their incredible contributions to the nation\u2019s unity and progress, ensuring their legacy lives on and continues to inspire generations to come.<\/p>\n<p><strong>READ NEXT: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lovin.co\/abudhabi\/en\/news\/abu-dhabi-population-has-increased-by-more-than-50-in-the-past-decade\/\">Abu Dhabi Population Has Increased By More Than 50% In The Past Decade<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>A golden tribute to visionary leaders<\/h2>\n<p>These coins are more than just currency\u2014they\u2019re a heartfelt tribute to the nation\u2019s deep gratitude and respect for the leaders\u2019 foundational contributions. It\u2019s all part of a larger effort to keep the values that built the UAE alive and strong for future generations.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/resizer\/v2\/TCBP6UWFD5CIBH35BOKDEX7M34.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=e165ec0784785f3305141847cff245fbf160f67b3d863dd94d8936898a3581bb&amp;width=1200&amp;height=630\" alt=\"UAE honours Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid with new coins | The National\" width=\"987\" height=\"518\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Collecting a piece of history<\/h2>\n<p>For those excited to own a piece of history, the Central Bank has made it easy to get these special coins. The exclusive gold coin can be picked up directly from the Central Bank\u2019s headquarters in Abu Dhabi, perfect for collectors. The silver coin, on the other hand, is available for purchase on the bank\u2019s official website, so anyone can own a small part of this meaningful national tribute.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"968\" height=\"504\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13534\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/07\/02125320\/UAE_Celebrated_Founding_Fathers_with_Special_Coins_image.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/07\/02125320\/UAE_Celebrated_Founding_Fathers_with_Special_Coins_image.jpg 968w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/07\/02125320\/UAE_Celebrated_Founding_Fathers_with_Special_Coins_image-250x130.jpg 250w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/07\/02125320\/UAE_Celebrated_Founding_Fathers_with_Special_Coins_image-700x364.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/07\/02125320\/UAE_Celebrated_Founding_Fathers_with_Special_Coins_image-768x400.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/07\/02125320\/UAE_Celebrated_Founding_Fathers_with_Special_Coins_image-120x62.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 968px) 100vw, 968px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>By highlighting the incredible journeys of Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid, the nation hopes to inspire a deep appreciation for their efforts\u2014especially among the youth\u2014ensuring their legacy lives on in the hearts of generations to come.<\/p>\n<h2>Watch The Lovin Abu Dhabi Show:<\/h2>\n<p><iframe title=\"The Lovin Abu Dhabi Show: UAE Petrol Prices Are Climbing Slightly for July 2025\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2k8FJUx00Wo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Get the latest Abu Dhabi news direct to your phone RN! 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