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Qiran - Nasir al-Din Shah Type B; Rasht
| Silver | 4.99 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1265-1291 (1849-1874) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Qiran (قران) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.99 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#358654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mint name and date (at right).
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Comment
Coin in photos dated 1281.According to Album, early dates (1265-1270) were struck to a standard of 5.37 grams, and later dates (1280 and after)to 4.99 grams. So early dates of this type could be higher in weight (also taking wear and variation in planchet weight into account).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Qiran - Nasir al-Din Shah (Type B; Rasht) 1265-1291 (1849-1874) from Iran made of Silver weighing 4.99 g is that it was minted during the reign of Nasir al-Din Shah Qajar, who was the Shah of Iran from 1848 until his death in 1896. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which saw significant changes in Iran's economy and trade, including the introduction of new currency and the expansion of trade with Europe.
