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Toman - Mohammad Shah
1250 (1834) year| Gold | 3.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Mohammad Shah (1834-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1250 (1834) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Toman (تومان) (10) |
| Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.72 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#418864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Lettering:
ضرب دارالعلم شیراز
۱۲۵۰
Lettering (regular font):
ضرب دارالعلم شیراز
۱۲۵۰
Interesting fact
The Mohammad Shah 1250 (1834) Gold Toman coin from Iran is interesting because it was issued during a time of great change in Iran's monetary system. The country was transitioning from a traditional system based on silver coins to a new system based on gold coins, and this coin was one of the first gold coins issued during this period. Additionally, the coin features an intricate design, including an image of Mohammad Shah on one side and a stylized lion and sun on the other, which reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time.
