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2000 Dīnār - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār
| Silver (.900) | 9.21 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1296-1298 (1879-1881) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2000 Dinars |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 9.21 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#24790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Lion brandishing sword left, radiant sunface behind, within wreath divided by crown at top. Mint name in exergue, date below wreath at bottom.
Script: Persian
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2000 Dīnār - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār 1296-1298 (1879-1881) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and European influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned portrait of Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a lion and a sun, which are symbols of power and prosperity in Persian culture. The coin's design was likely influenced by the Qajar dynasty's desire to modernize and Westernize Iran, while still maintaining its cultural heritage.
