1 Rial - Fat'h Ali Qajar (Astarabad) 1233 (1818) front 1 Rial - Fat'h Ali Qajar (Astarabad) 1233 (1818) back
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1 Rial - Fat'h Ali Qajar Astarabad

1233 (1818) year
Silver 9.28 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Fath-Ali Shah (1797-1834)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1233 (1818)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rial
Currency
First Rial (1798-1825)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.28 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1834
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#196678
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Lettering:
ضرب دارالمومنین استراباد
۱۲۳۳

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rial - Fat'h Ali Qajar (Astarabad) 1233 (1818) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Persian architectural elements on its reverse side. The coin's design showcases a combination of arches, domes, and minarets, which are characteristic of Islamic architecture, along with intricate floral patterns and calligraphy that are distinctive features of Persian art. This blend of styles reflects the rich cultural heritage of Iran during the Qajar dynasty, which ruled the country from 1789 to 1925.