© سامعی (CC BY)
© سامعی (CC BY)
5 Rials Trial Strike
1358 (1979) year| Copper-nickel | 5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Period | Islamic Republic (1979-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1358 (1979) |
| Calendar | Iranian - Persian |
| Value | 5 Rials 5 IRR = USD 0.00012 |
| Currency | Second Rial (1932-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#148111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Lion and Sun
Tulips around
Lettering: پنج ریال
Translation: Five Rial
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 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 for testing and evaluation purposes. 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 $12,000 at an auction in 2019, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
