1 Rial - Mohammad Rezā Pahlavī 1357-2537 (1977-1978) front 1 Rial - Mohammad Rezā Pahlavī 1357-2537 (1977-1978) back
1 Rial - Mohammad Rezā Pahlavī 1357-2537 (1977-1978) photo
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1 Rial - Mohammad Rezā Pahlavī

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 1.75 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Mohammad Reza (1941-1979)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1357-2537 (1977-1978)
Calendar
Iranian - Persian
Value
1 Rial (1&nbspIRR)
Currency
Second Rial (1932-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
1.75 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#10593
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Radiant lion holding sword within crowned wreath

Script: Arabic

Lettering: یک ریال

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Rial coin from Iran, featuring Mohammad Rezā Pahlavī, has an interesting fact associated with it. The coin was minted in 1977-1978, during a time of great change in Iran. The coin's design features a portrait of Mohammad Rezā Pahlavī, the last Shah of Iran, who ruled from 1941 until his overthrow in 1979. This coin was minted during a time of political unrest and upheaval in Iran, which ultimately led to the Iranian Revolution and the establishment of an Islamic republic. Despite the tumultuous time period, the coin remains a fascinating piece of history and a reminder of Iran's rich cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2536 (1977)  71150000 - - - - - -
1357 (1978)  - - - - - -
2537 (1978)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rial - Mohammad Rezā Pahlavī 1357-2537 (1977-1978) coin.