10 Toman - Fatḥ Alī Qājār 1209 (1830) front 10 Toman - Fatḥ Alī Qājār 1209 (1830) back
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10 Toman - Fatḥ Alī Qājār

1209 (1830) year
Gold 27.68 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Fath-Ali Shah (1797-1834)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1209 (1830)
Calendar
Iranian - Persian
Value
10 Toman (تومان) (100)
Currency
Qiran (1825-1932)
Composition
Gold
Weight
27.68 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#139415
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lettering: ۱۲۰۹

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Toman - Fatḥ Alī Qājār 1209 (1830) gold coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and European-style numismatic design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned portrait of Fatḥ Alī Shah Qājār, the second Qajar king of Iran, surrounded by a wreath of flowers and leaves, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the Sun Throne, a symbol of the Iranian monarchy, surrounded by a circle of stars. This blend of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Iran and Europe during the 19th century, and makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.