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½ Tumân - Āghā Moḥammad Khān Type D; Tehrān
1211 (1797) year| Gold | 3.91 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Agha Mohammad Khan (1779-1797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1211 (1797) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Toman (4) |
| Currency | First Rial (1798-1825) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.91 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering:
لا اله الا الله
محمد رسول الله
علی ولی الله
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Agha Mohammad Khan, who was the founder of the Qajar dynasty in Iran. He was a powerful leader who unified the country and brought stability after a period of political turmoil. The coin is a reflection of his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Iranian economy.
