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5 Toman - Mozaffar al-Din Qajar
1317 (1900) year| Gold | 14.51 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Mozaffar ad-Din Shah (1896-1907) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1317 (1900) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 000 Dinars |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 14.51 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#217262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Toman - Mozaffar al-Din Qajar 1317 (1900) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and European-style numismatic design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Mozaffar al-Din Shah Qajar, the King of Iran from 1896 to 1907, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and calligraphic inscriptions in Persian. On the reverse side, the coin bears the Iranian coat of arms, which was inspired by European heraldry, and includes a lion holding a sword and a shield with the Qajar dynasty's emblem. This fusion of East and West reflects the cultural and political influences of the time and adds to the coin's historical significance and aesthetic appeal.
