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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 | 1298-1308 (1881-1891) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2000 Dinars |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 9.21 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2000 Dīnār - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār 1298-1308 (1881-1891) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār, the Shah of Iran from 1881 to 1891, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and Arabic script. The reverse side features a stylized representation of the Persian mythological creature, the Griffin, along with the coin's denomination and year of issue. This blend of East and West reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Qajar dynasty, which ruled Iran from 1789 to 1925.
