© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
½ Qiran - Fath Ali Shah Type E, Qom
| Silver | 3.41 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Fath-Ali Shah (1797-1834) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1241-1245 (1826-1829) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Qiran (قران) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.41 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#421495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription.
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Lettering: ضرب دارالایمان قم
Lettering (regular font): ضرب دارالایمان قم
Comment
According to Album, these were likely struck as presentation pieces.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a stylized representation of the Persian mythological creature, the "Simurgh", which is a symbol of power and strength in Persian culture.
