1 Toman - Ahmad Qajar (Pattern) 1337 (1919) front 1 Toman - Ahmad Qajar (Pattern) 1337 (1919) back
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1 Toman - Ahmad Qajar Pattern

1337 (1919) year
Gold 5.76 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Ahmad Shah (1909-1925)
Type
Pattern
Year
1337 (1919)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
10 000 Dinars
Currency
Qiran (1825-1932)
Composition
Gold
Weight
5.76 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#215858
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned lion and sun surrounded by wreath of oak and olive leaves, inscription in exergue.

Script: Persian

Lettering: بکتومان

Comment

In 1337 AH, on the occasion of the 10" Year of the Reign, this type was struck in 1 Toman, 2 Ashrafi, 5 Ashrafi and 10 Toman.

 

The reverse legend has an error: "بکتومان" instead of "یکتومان"

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Toman - Ahmad Qajar (Pattern) 1337 (1919) from Iran made of Gold weighing 5.76 g is that it was designed by the famous French engraver and medalist, Gustave Schlumberger. Schlumberger was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the Iranian coinage during the Qajar dynasty. The coin features a portrait of Ahmad Shah Qajar on the obverse and a crowned lion on the reverse, symbolizing the Persian monarchy. The coin's design was meant to showcase the rich history and culture of Iran, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.