The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has announced the issuance of 7,000 silver commemorative coins to mark the Golden Jubilee of Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), recognising the institution’s pioneering contributions to the UAE’s banking sector over the past five decades.
The special release comprises 2,000 coins weighing 50 grams and 5,000 coins of 20 grams. Each coin’s obverse is engraved with the phrase “50 Years of Progress” in both Arabic and English, alongside the 1975–2025 timeline and the name “Dubai Islamic Bank”. On the reverse, the coin features the denomination of “50 dirhams” in Arabic, encircled by the inscription “Central Bank of the UAE” in both languages.
Honouring DIB’s Five Decades of Growth
This initiative is part of DIB’s official Golden Jubilee celebrations, marking a journey of continuous growth and innovation. Since its founding in 1975, DIB has become one of the UAE’s leading financial institutions, offering Sharia-compliant banking services that cater to both individuals and businesses. Its impact aligns with the country’s broader economic development goals.
Although commemorative in nature, these coins will not be made available for public sale. Instead, they will be formally handed over to Dubai Islamic Bank, reinforcing the exclusivity and ceremonial value of the issuance.
Official Recognition of Sectoral Contribution
Commenting on the initiative, Saif Humaid Aldhaheri, Assistant Governor for Banking Operations and Support Services at the CBUAE, stated:
“The Central Bank issues these commemorative coins that embody DIB’s fifty-year journey of contributions and successes and its effective role in supporting the national economy. This issuance reflects the Central Bank’s support to document the prominent institutional achievements that are integral to the financial sector’s history, and it highlights the continuous efforts to enhance trust and financial stability in the UAE.”
Dr. Adnan Chilwan, Group CEO of Dubai Islamic Bank, expressed his appreciation:
“We are deeply honoured by the Central Bank of the UAE’s gesture in adopting the DIB initiative and issuing commemorative coins to mark our 50-year legacy. More than symbolic tribute, it reflects the enduring partnership between DIB and the nation’s financial ecosystem, and our shared commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking economy. As we celebrate five decades of pioneering Islamic finance, this recognition reinforces our resolve to lead with purpose, inspire innovation, and shape the future of banking in the UAE and beyond.”
Through this commemorative coin release, the Central Bank reaffirms its role in recognising institutional milestones and strengthening the historical narrative of the UAE’s financial evolution.
