Group of two Omani medals including Peace and Friendship medal and Long Service and Good Conduct medal from the reign of Sultan Qaboos.
Key Information:
• Country: Oman
• Type: Set of 2 medals
• Period: Reign of Sultan Qaboos bin Said (late 20th century)
• Material: Bronze / gilt bronze
• Original ribbons present
Medal Design:
1. Oman – Peace Medal (Sultan Qaboos)
Obverse inscription in Arabic: السلام قابوس بن سعيد
translated as “Peace – Qaboos bin Said.”
Design features a hand holding a dove symbolizing peace.
Reverse inscription: حمامة السلام
translated as “Dove of Peace.”
2. Oman – Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
Obverse inscription in Arabic: السلطان قابوس بن سعيد
translated as “Sultan Qaboos bin Said.”
Design features crossed traditional Omani swords and the national khanjar emblem.
Reverse inscription: للخدمة الطويلة
translated as “For Long Service.”
Condition:
• Original ribbons present
• Attractive natural patina
• Minor wear consistent with age
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
These medals originate from the reign of Sultan Qaboos bin Said, who ruled Oman from 1970 to 2020 and oversaw the modernization of the country. Awards and commemorative medals from this period often feature the national khanjar emblem and Arabic inscriptions referencing peace, service, and loyalty to the Sultanate.
Summary:
A pair of Omani medals from the Sultan Qaboos era including the Peace medal featuring the dove of peace and the Long Service medal with the national khanjar emblem. An interesting addition to any collection of Middle Eastern or international decorations.