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2 Ashrafi - Mohammad Ali Qajar
1326 (1908) year| Gold (.900) | 5.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Mohammad Ali Shah (1907-1909) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1326 (1908) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Ash rafi (1.500) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 5.72 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#401733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lettering:
السُلطان مُحمّد علی شاه قاجار
دو اشرفی
Engraver: Alphonse Michaux
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ashrafi - Mohammad Ali Qajar 1326 (1908) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and modern European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Mohammad Ali Qajar, the Shah of Iran from 1907 to 1909, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and Arabic script. The reverse side depicts a stylized representation of the Iranian flag, with a lion holding a sword and a shield bearing the national emblem. This blend of traditional and modern elements reflects the cultural and political influences of the time, and makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
