2½ Pahlavi - Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (Pattern) ND (1941-1979) front 2½ Pahlavi - Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (Pattern) ND (1941-1979) back
2½ Pahlavi - Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (Pattern) ND (1941-1979) photo
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2½ Pahlavi - Mohammad Reza Pahlavi Pattern ND

 
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Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Mohammad Reza (1941-1979)
Type
Pattern
Years
1941-1979
Value
2½ Pahlavī (2.5)
Currency
Pahlavi Gold Coins
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#217229
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2½ Pahlavi coin was designed by the renowned French engraver and sculptor, Albert Decaris, who was also responsible for designing several other coins and stamps for Iran during the Pahlavi dynasty. Decaris' design features a portrait of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, on the obverse, and a stylized representation of the Iranian crown on the reverse. The coin was minted in bronze and has a distinctive patterned edge. Despite being a pattern coin, it was never officially issued or circulated, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.