1 Toman - Fat'h Ali Qajar (type S2; Isfahan) 1218 (1803) front 1 Toman - Fat'h Ali Qajar (type S2; Isfahan) 1218 (1803) back
1 Toman - Fat'h Ali Qajar (type S2; Isfahan) 1218 (1803) photo
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1 Toman - Fat'h Ali Qajar type S2; Isfahan

1218 (1803) year
Gold 6.09 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Fath-Ali Shah (1797-1834)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1218 (1803)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Toman (تومان) (10)
Currency
Qiran (1825-1932)
Composition
Gold
Weight
6.09 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1834
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#213665
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Mint name and date within scalloped border.

Script: Persian

Lettering:
ضرب دارالسّلطنه اصفهان
۱۲۱۸

Edge

Plain

Comment

According to Album, this type was struck between AH1217-AH1221 at various mints, so it is possible other dates exist for Isfahan.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Toman - Fat'h Ali Qajar (type S2; Isfahan) 1218 (1803) gold 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 artistic and cultural influences of the Qajar dynasty, which ruled Iran from 1789 to 1925. The coin's gold content and detailed design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the region's rich cultural heritage.