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500 Dīnār - Moẓaffar od-Dīn Qājār
Silver (.900) | 2.3025 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | Iran |
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Shah | Mozaffar ad-Din Shah (1896-1907) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1313-1322 (1896-1904) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 500 Dinars (0.5) |
Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
Composition | Silver (.900) |
Weight | 2.3025 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Thickness | 1.1 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#57372 |
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Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Lettering:
۱۳۱۴
۵۰۰ دینار
Comment
There is a coin with title of "Mozaffar dl-Din" but a mintage date of AH 1298; indicating that the reverse die belonged to "Naser al-Din".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of traditional Persian design elements and modern European influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and political turmoil of the time. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Moẓaffar od-Dīn Qājār, the Shah of Iran from 1896 to 1904, while the reverse side depicts a stylized lion and sun motif, which was a common symbol of Persian royalty. The use of silver in the coin's composition also adds to its value and historical significance.