2 Rials (Trial Strike) 1358 (1979) front 2 Rials (Trial Strike) 1358 (1979) back
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2 Rials Trial Strike

1358 (1979) year
Copper-nickel - -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Period
Islamic Republic (1979-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1358 (1979)
Calendar
Iranian - Persian
Value
2 Rials (2&nbspIRR)
Currency
Second Rial (1932-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#207369
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lion and Sun (the first coat of arms of the Islamic Republic of Iran)
Twelve tulips

Lettering: دو ریال

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Rials (Trial Strike) 1358 (1979) coin from Iran is a rare and unique coin that was minted as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in limited quantities. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction. In fact, a similar coin in mint condition sold for $10,000 at an auction in 2019.