1995 Oman ½ Rial Banknote (P-33) – Celebrating Sultan Qaboos and National Infrastructure
Issued by the Central Bank of Oman in 1995, this ½ Rial banknote reflects the Sultanate’s commitment to modernization and national pride under the leadership of Sultan Qaboos bin Said. As part of the 1995–2000 issue series, it features architectural symbolism and royal portraiture, marking Oman’s development in the late 20th century.
Key Features and Historical Significance
Issuer: Central Bank of Oman
Denomination: ½ Rial
Year of Issue: 1995
Pick Number: P-33
Printer: Thomas De La Rue & Company, UK
Size: Approx. 140 × 71 mm
Material: Paper banknote with multicolor underprint
Watermark: Sultan Qaboos bin Said
Security Features: Latent image, microtext, and embedded security thread
Design Features
Obverse
Portrait of Sultan Qaboos bin Said at right
Central Bank of Oman emblem and denomination in Arabic and English
Color scheme: Violet and multicolor tones
Reverse
Illustration of the Al-Khoud Agricultural Research Station—symbolizing Oman’s investment in agricultural science and sustainability
Text: “Half Rial” in Latin script
Why Collect This Banknote?
The 1995 ½ Rial note (P-33) offers collectors a compact yet richly symbolic piece of Oman’s currency history. Featuring Sultan Qaboos and the Al-Khoud Agricultural Station, it reflects the nation’s focus on scientific advancement and food security. With its mid-1990s design, security features, and educational theme, this note is a valuable addition for collectors of Middle Eastern currency, royal portraiture, and infrastructure-themed banknotes.
