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1 Rial
| Copper-nickel | 1.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Period | Islamic Republic (1979-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1358-1367 (1979-1988) |
| Calendar | Iranian - Persian |
| Value | 1 Rial (1 IRR) |
| Currency | Second Rial (1932-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.83 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Denomination within Olive (left) & Oak (right) branches
Lettering:
١
ریال
۱۳۵۸
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Rial coin from Iran, which was minted between 1979 and 1988, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural and historical heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a Persian mythical creature called the "Simorgh," which is a symbol of wisdom, courage, and strength. The Simorgh is depicted with a lion's body, an eagle's wings, and a human's face, representing the unity of human and animal worlds. This design was chosen to reflect Iran's rich cultural heritage and its connection to ancient Persian mythology.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1358 (1979) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1359 (1980) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1361 (1982) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1362 (1983) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1363 (1984) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1364 (1985) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rial 1358-1367 (1979-1988) coin.
