Dubai Coins Museum, Numismatic museum in Al Fahidi Historic District, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Dubai Coins Museum is a numismatic collection located in the historic Al Fahidi District featuring eight specialized galleries. Each room displays around 470 rare coins from the Middle East in modern cases with interactive digital screens.
The collection traces back to the Arab-Sasanian period starting in the 7th century. Coins represent currency from the Abbasid Caliphate, Buyid, Samanid, and Seljuk dynasties.
The building showcases traditional Emirati construction methods using coral, stone, and palm leaves. These techniques reflect how people in this region built their structures long ago.
The museum sits near the Al-Diwan Mosque in the historic district and is easy to locate. Admission is free, though visiting hours vary depending on the day of the week.
One gallery focuses entirely on North African and Andalusian coins, representing a lesser-explored part of regional monetary history. Another room brings Arabian Peninsula currency to life through interactive touchscreen displays that let visitors engage directly with the coins.
Location: Dubai
GPS coordinates: 25.26455,55.29983
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:40
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