UAE's 1st gold bullion coin has been unveiled by the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Authority (DMCC), the Government of Dubai entity on Monday. Designed by DMCC, the “Khalifa” coin features a portrait of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa on one side, and on the other, Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower. DMCC is also in discussions with the UAE Central Bank to designate the gold bullion coin as the first legal tender in the UAE and the Middle East as a whole. This Dubai Gold Coins are said to be a new Krugerrand. This Dubai Gold coins will be a legal tender coins for UAE.
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman of DMCC, said:
“This innovative gold bullion coin was conceived to satisfy the demands from investors seeking access to gold as protection against the ongoing global economic uncertainty. The gold bullion coin pays homage to our President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, his vision, guidance and leadership".
“The Burj Khalifa is a symbol of the UAE as a progressive, innovative nation that whilst rich in heritage and traditions continually works to build a modern developed society. In this way the gold bullion coin stands as a national emblem which reflects the determination and achievements of the UAE federation".
The new gold “Khalifa” coin will carry DMCC’s stamp of quality and authenticity. The five-ounce coin prototype, which was unveiled in a special ceremony attended by senior representatives in the gold trade industry, was minted by Argor-Heraeus SA in Switzerland, which is accredited by the DMCC’s Dubai Gold Delivery (‘DGD’) standard. The DGD gold standard, launched by DMCC in 2005, is the adopted quality standard for gold and silver bars production and technical specifications in the region and is benchmarked to international standards.
Source: DMCC.ae
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