What could you buy with a dirham in 1973 - in pictures

Dubai port in 1973, the year the dirham was introduced.
Dubai port in 1973, the year the dirham was introduced.
Much has changed in 50 years, with the televisions of yesteryear far less sophisticated than those in 2023. A 21-inch set new to Dubai in 1974 would cost the equivalent of Dh7,500 today.
Much has changed in 50 years, with the televisions of yesteryear far less sophisticated than those in 2023. A 21-inch set new to Dubai in 1974 would cost the equivalent of Dh7,500 today.
A 1973 Mercedes would have cost Dh36,000 when it first hit the road. Photo: Wikipedia
A 1973 Mercedes would have cost Dh36,000 when it first hit the road. Photo: Wikipedia
Although many items have rocketed in price, the trusty calculator is inexpensive compared to its 1970s debut, when it retailed at close to Dh400.
Although many items have rocketed in price, the trusty calculator is inexpensive compared to its 1970s debut, when it retailed at close to Dh400.
A morning coffee can set you back Dh20 today - ten times more than in 1973.
A morning coffee can set you back Dh20 today - ten times more than in 1973.
The front of the 1973 dirham note.
The front of the 1973 dirham note.
The front of the 1973 five dirham note.
The front of the 1973 five dirham note.
The front of the 1973 50 dirham note.
The front of the 1973 50 dirham note.