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5 Toman - Ahmad Qajar 10th Anniversary of Reign
1337 (1919) year| Gold (.900) | 18.02 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Ahmad Shah (1909-1925) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1337 (1919) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Toman (تومان) (50) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 18.02 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315660 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion and Sun on ornate base within toothed circular border; Kiani Crown above; floral symbols to left and right; ornate bow below; in voids,
Lettering: ghairat ‘azzat himmat nusrat
Translation: honorable esteemed strong victorious
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Toman - Ahmad Qajar (10th Anniversary of Reign) 1337 (1919) coin from Iran is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Ahmad Qajar, the Shah of Iran from 1909 to 1925, while the reverse side features an intricate design of a Persian mythological creature, the Griffin, which is a symbol of strength and protection. This design was chosen to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Ahmad Qajar's reign and to reflect the country's rich cultural and mythological history.
