Jordanian Coins
| Explore our collection of Jordanian Coins, featuring a wide range of circulating, commemorative, proof, and historic issues from the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Combining ancient heritage with modern monarchy, Jordanian coinage offers collectors a fascinating insight into one of the Middle East’s most historically significant nations. Jordan’s modern currency is the Jordanian Dinar (JOD), introduced in 1950 to replace the Palestinian pound following the establishment of the Kingdom of Jordan. The dinar is subdivided into 100 piastres (qirsh) or 1,000 fils, and Jordanian coins have been issued in a variety of denominations reflecting the country's evolving monetary system. Modern Jordanian coins traditionally feature portraits of the reigning Hashemite monarchs, including King Abdullah I, King Hussein, and King Abdullah II, alongside the royal coat of arms and Arabic inscriptions. These designs reflect the continuity of the Hashemite dynasty, one of the oldest ruling royal families in the Middle East. Jordan is home to some of the world's most important archaeological and historical sites, and this heritage is frequently reflected in its commemorative coinage. Many collector issues celebrate landmarks such as Petra, Jerash, Wadi Rum, and significant national anniversaries. Silver and gold commemorative coins have also been issued to mark royal jubilees, independence celebrations, cultural achievements, and major national events. Jordanian coinage is particularly appealing to collectors because it combines Islamic artistic traditions, royal portraiture, and themes drawn from ancient Nabataean, Roman, and Arab history. The country's commemorative programmes often feature intricate designs and limited mintages, making many issues highly desirable within Middle Eastern and world coin collections. Our collection includes historic Jordanian coins, early dinar and fils issues, modern circulation coinage, commemorative releases, proof sets, silver and gold collector coins, and limited-edition numismatic pieces. Whether you are building a collection of Middle Eastern coins, royal coinage, modern world currencies, or historical commemoratives, Jordanian Coins offer an exceptional blend of history, culture, and collectability. Browse our range below to discover circulation issues, commemorative releases, proof coins, and collectable coins from Jordan. |
