Condition: Choice XF–AU (Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated)
Certification: NGC / PCGS-certified (if applicable)
Mint: Tehran / Iranian Mints
Weight: ~7.2 grams (typical for gold Pahlavi/Qajar coins)
Material: Gold
Diameter: ~21–22 mm
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🏛️ Historical Context
Ahmad Shah Qajar was the last ruler of the Qajar dynasty, ascending to the throne in 1909 amidst political turbulence following Iran’s Constitutional Revolution. His reign saw continued internal strife, foreign intervention by Russia and Britain, and the weakening of central authority. Ahmad Shah’s ineffective governance eventually enabled Reza Khan to seize power, ending the Qajar dynasty and founding the Pahlavi dynasty. Coins minted during his reign are rare and highly valued for their historical significance, representing the end of one era and the dawn of modern Iran.
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🔍 Coin Description
Obverse: Portrait of Ahmad Shah Qajar with Persian inscriptions denoting his royal title.
Reverse: National emblem or denomination with mint mark, typical of early 20th-century Iranian gold coinage.