1 Qiran - Fath Ali Shah (Type E; Qazvin) 1241-1246 (1826-1831) front 1 Qiran - Fath Ali Shah (Type E; Qazvin) 1241-1246 (1826-1831) back
1 Qiran - Fath Ali Shah (Type E; Qazvin) 1241-1246 (1826-1831) photo
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1 Qiran - Fath Ali Shah Type E; Qazvin

 
Silver 6.83 g 20.91 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Fath-Ali Shah (1797-1834)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1241-1246 (1826-1831)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Qiran (قران)
Currency
Qiran (1825-1932)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.83 g
Diameter
20.91 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#76301
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Mint Qazvin and date.

Translation:
ضرب دارالسلطنه قزوین
سنه

Comment

The rial was abandoned except at Mashhad and replaced by a qiran (kran) of 1000 dinars weighing 6.91 g.

There is a variety with replacement of legends on reverse.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Qiran - Fath Ali Shah (Type E; Qazvin) 1241-1246 (1826-1831) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Persian architectural elements on its reverse side. The coin's design includes intricate patterns and calligraphy that reflect the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which it was minted.