½ Rial - Rezā Pahlavī (Pattern) 1310 (1931) front ½ Rial - Rezā Pahlavī (Pattern) 1310 (1931) back
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½ Rial - Rezā Pahlavī Pattern

1310 (1931) year
Silver (.828) 2.50 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Reza Shah (1925-1941)
Type
Pattern
Year
1310 (1931)
Calendar
Iranian - Persian
Value
½ Rial (½&nbspIRR)
Currency
Second Rial (1932-date)
Composition
Silver (.828)
Weight
2.50 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#111773
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lion and Sun
Pahlavi crown Above
Olive and Oak leaves

Lettering: نیم ریال

Translation: Half Rial

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Rial - Rezā Pahlavī (Pattern) 1310 (1931) from Iran is that it was designed by the renowned French engraver and medalist, Georges Gromort. Gromort was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the Iranian coinage during the Pahlavi dynasty. The coin's design features a portrait of Reza Shah Pahlavi, the then-ruler of Iran, on the obverse, and the Iranian coat of arms on the reverse. The coin was minted in 1931, and its unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item among numismatists.