½ Qiran - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār (Asterābād) 1265-1277 (1849-1861) front ½ Qiran - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār (Asterābād) 1265-1277 (1849-1861) back
½ Qiran - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār (Asterābād) 1265-1277 (1849-1861) photo
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½ Qiran - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār Asterābād

 
Silver 2.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1265-1277 (1849-1861)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Qiran (قران)
Currency
Qiran (1825-1932)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#57422
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
ضرب دارالمومنین استراباد
۱۲۷٥

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ½ Qiran coin from Iran, minted during the reign of Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār (Asterābād) from 1265-1277 (1849-1861), was made of silver and weighed 2.5 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of Iran's currency system during that time, and its design featured intricate details and calligraphy that reflected the country's rich cultural heritage.