1 Tumân - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār 1301 (1884) front 1 Tumân - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār 1301 (1884) back
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1 Tumân - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār

1301 (1884) year
Silver (.900) 46.0501 g 50.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1301 (1884)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Toman (تومان) (10)
Currency
Qiran (1825-1932)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
46.0501 g
Diameter
50.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62099
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Qajar Crown above
Oak and Olive leaves around
Lion and Sun below
Legend in center

Lettering:
السُّلطان الاعظـــــم و الخاقان الافخم ناصرالدین شاه قاجار
۱۳۰۱
B

Comment


Without letter B on reverse (Tehran mint).

With legends around the portrait (commemorative for Golden Jubilee) instead of wreath (mule or reproduction).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Tumân - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār 1301 (1884) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a crowned lion, a symbol commonly associated with European royalty, while the reverse side features an intricate Arabic inscription in a cursive style, reflecting the Islamic cultural influences of the time. This blending of design elements is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Iran and its history of cross-cultural exchange and influence.