The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), in partnership with Al Nasr Sports Club, has released commemorative silver coins to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the club’s founding. This initiative honours Al Nasr’s significant role in strengthening the UAE’s sports movement and national identity over eight decades.
Limited Edition Design with Historic Details
The CBUAE issued 1,000 coins, each weighing 40 grams, featuring a design that reflects the club’s heritage. The obverse side carries the Al Nasr Sports Club logo along with “Dubai 1945”, marking its origin. The reverse displays the coin’s value of “80 Dirhams”, surrounded by the phrases “80th Anniversary of Establishment of Al Nasr Sports Club” and “Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates,” in both Arabic and English. These coins have been handed to the club and will not be available for sale at the CBUAE or its branches.
Commemorating Legacy and Future Ambitions
Saif Humaid Aldhaheri, CBUAE’s Assistant Governor for Banking Operations and Support Services, said:
“The issuance of this coin reflects our keenness to mark important national events that contribute to fostering cultural and sporting awareness, and to highlight the achievements of national institutions at both local and global levels. Al Nasr Sports Club represents a sporting edifice that combines history with future ambition.”
Engineer Marwan bin Ghalita, Chairman of Al Nasr Sports Club, stated:
“Al Nasr Club is proud of its history and its pioneering role as the first club to lay the foundation for the sports movement in the UAE, celebrating eighty years of giving and achievements. The CBUAE’s issuance of the coin commemorates this legacy and consolidates the club’s position in national sports. We consider this day a historic milestone to be proud of, and we thank the CBUAE for highlighting this glory, affirming our commitment to continue the journey of development and successes to serve Emirati sports.”
