1995 Oman 1 Rial Banknote (P-34) – Celebrating Sultan Qaboos and National Infrastructure
Issued by the Central Bank of Oman in 1995, this 1 Rial banknote (Pick 34) reflects the Sultanate’s mid-1990s commitment to modernization, education, and national pride under the leadership of Sultan Qaboos bin Said. As part of the 1995–2000 issue series, it combines royal portraiture with architectural symbolism, marking Oman’s development during a pivotal era of transformation.
Key Features & Historical Significance
Issuer: Central Bank of Oman
Denomination: 1 Rial
Year of Issue: 1995
Pick Number: P-34
Printer: Thomas De La Rue & Company, UK
Size: Approx. 147 × 76 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: Deep red and multicolor tones
Reverse
Illustration of the Sultan Qaboos University—a national symbol of educational advancement and intellectual investment
Text: “One Rial” in Latin script
Why Collect This Banknote?
The 1995 1 Rial note (P-34) offers collectors a richly symbolic and historically grounded piece of Oman’s currency heritage. Featuring Sultan Qaboos and the Sultan Qaboos University, it reflects the country’s strategic focus on education and leadership. With its mid-range denomination, formal design, and institutional imagery, this note is a compelling addition for collectors of Middle Eastern currency, royal portraiture, and infrastructure-themed banknotes.
