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½ Toman - Naser ad-Din Qajar Pattern
1311 (1893) year| Gold | 1.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1311 (1893) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Toman (تومان) (5) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.72 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#401990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion and rising sun, inscription in exerge, within wreath of oak and olive leaves divided by crown above. Date below all.
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Lettering:
یکتومان
۱۳۱۱
Lettering (regular font):
یکتومان
۱۳۱۱
Comment
Struck to the weight of ½ Toman (KM# 921) ; however ½ Tomans of the Lion & Sun type were not struck after 1298 AH though an extremely rare 1/2 Toman of this type struck in 1309 AH is reported.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Toman - Naser ad-Din Qajar (Pattern) 1311 (1893) from Iran is that it was designed by a French engraver named Charles Fremine, who was hired by the Iranian government to create a new coinage system for the country. This coin features a unique blend of Persian and European design elements, reflecting the cultural exchange and influence of the time.
