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10 Shahi - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār
1310 (1893) year| Silver (.900) | 2.3025 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1310 (1893) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Shahi (0.5) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 2.3025 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#57356 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Lion brandishing sword walking left, digits of date before and after legs. Sun behind with crown above, value inscription in exergue, wreath surrounding all.
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Lettering:
۱۳۱۰
ده شاهی
Lettering (regular font):
۱۳۱۰
ده شاهی
Comment
This type is differentiated from KM# 897 by the slightly different inscription obverse, and absence of a crown above.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and European influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Qajar dynasty. The coin's design includes intricate floral patterns, Arabic script, and a portrait of Nasser al-Din Shah Qajar, the ruler at the time, in a style that combines traditional Persian art with European realism. This blend of styles is a hallmark of the Qajar dynasty and adds to the coin's cultural and historical significance.
