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© Sincona AG
250 Dinar - Naser ad-Din Qajar Pattern
1281 (1864) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1281 (1864) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 250 Dinars (0.25) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#401958 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion and rising sun surrunded by wreath divided at top by crown. Date below.
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Lettering:
ربعی
۱۲۸۱
Lettering (regular font):
ربعی
۱۲۸۱
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 250 Dinar - Naser ad-Din Qajar (Pattern) 1281 (1864) from Iran made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and European-style numismatic design. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Naser ad-Din Qajar, the Shah of Iran from 1848 to 1896, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and Arabic script. The reverse features a stylized representation of the Iranian coat of arms, with a lion and a sunburst, surrounded by more floral patterns and text. This blend of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Iran and Europe during the 19th century, and makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
