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10 Toman - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār
| Gold (.900) | 28.67 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1297-1311 (1880-1894) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Toman (تومان) (100) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 28.67 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#60818 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Inscription within circle. Border of sixteen cruciform leaves.
Script: Persian
Lettering:
طهران
السُّلطان الاعظـــــم و الخاقان الافخم ناصرالدین شاه قاجار
۱۳۱۱
ده تومان
Translation:
Tehran
Sultan greatest and grandest Alkhacan Nasir al-din Shah Qajar
1311
Ten Toman
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār, who was the Shah of Iran from 1880-1894. During his reign, Iran underwent significant modernization and reform, including the creation of a new currency system, which included the introduction of the Toman as a unit of currency. This coin, with its high gold content and intricate design, reflects the rich cultural heritage and economic development of Iran during this period.
