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Iran (Persia) Ahmad Shah 5000 Dinar Silver Coin AH1332 (1914) Qajar Dynasty
Today's Purchase Price
MS
AU
XF
VF
¥12,000
¥9600
¥9000
¥7800
Cleaned
¥7200
Diameter :
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20.72
90%
Product Description
Iran (Persia) Ahmad Shah 5000 Dinar Silver Coin AH1332 (1914) Qajar Dynasty
— Purchase price considering silver content, condition, historical value, and collector market
About purchasing Ahmad Shah 5000 Dinar Silver Coins (GoldSilverJapan)
GoldSilverJapan purchases the Iran (Persia) Qajar Dynasty Ahmad Shah 5000 Dinar Silver Coin AH1332 (1914). This silver coin is a large silver coin issued during the reign of Ahmad Shah, the last monarch of the Qajar Dynasty. The obverse features a portrait of Ahmad Shah, and the reverse depicts the "Lion and Sun," a historical design representative of Persia. While possessing a substantial silver weight of approximately 23.0251g with a silver purity of .900, this coin is not merely a piece of silver bullion; it is traded in the global collector market as a historical coin that tells the story of early 20th-century Persian history. At GoldSilverJapan, we don't simply evaluate coins based on their silver content alone; we assess their condition, age, authenticity, and global market demand.
Our Purchase Price Criteria – We Evaluate Collector Value as Well as Silver Price
This silver coin weighs approximately 23.0251g, has a silver purity of 90% (.900), and its calculated pure silver content is approximately 20.72g, or about 0.666 troy ounces. Therefore, the international silver price is one of the fundamental values in our appraisal. However, GoldSilverJapan doesn't simply appraise 5000 dinar silver coins as mere "silver scrap." We comprehensively assess the value of the coin, considering factors such as the year of issue (AH1332, 1914), its historical significance during the Ahmad Shah era, the popularity of the lion and sun design, its condition, degree of wear, surface condition, and domestic and international trading history. In particular, coins with clearly visible main design elements such as the portrait, crown, lion, sun, wreath, and lettering, and those in excellent condition, may command a collector's market value exceeding their bullion value. The final purchase price will be determined by the silver market price at the time of appraisal and actual market conditions.
Persia and Ahmad Shah in 1914 – A Silver Coin Commemorating the End of the Qajar Dynasty
Ahmad Shah Qajar ruled from 1909 to 1925, becoming the last Shah of the Qajar dynasty. The AH1332 on this silver coin corresponds to the year 1914, coinlically coinlic to the start of World War I. At that time, Persia was in a complex period, strongly influenced not only by domestic politics but also by neighboring powers such as the Russian Empire and Great Britain. Issued within this historical context, the 5,000 dinar silver coin is not merely an old coin, but possesses the charm of a historical document that conveys the late Qajar dynasty of Persia to the present day. While the mintage is estimated at 3,000,000 coins, over 100 years later, there are significant differences in the condition of individual coins, and particularly well-preserved coins may command a different valuation than typical circulating coins.
The Lion and Sun and Ahmad Shah Design
One of the major attractions of this silver coin is the "Lion and Sun" design, a symbol of Persian currency. One side depicts a portrait of Ahmad Shah Qajar in military uniform, surrounded by Persian inscriptions and decorations. The other side features a lion holding a sword with the sun rising behind it, a crown at the top, a wreath around it, and the denomination of 5,000 dinars engraved at the bottom. The Lion and Son motif is a historical design that has symbolized Persia for a long period, and therefore attracts attention not only from Iranian and Persian coins, but also from collectors of large silver coins from the Islamic world, the Qajar dynasty, and around the world. GoldSilverJapan considers this historical and artistic background when determining market liability.
Condition, Basic Specifications, and Appraisal Points
AH1332 (1914) 5000 dinar coins are circulating currency, so it's not uncommon to find examples showing wear, minor scratches, contact marks, discoloration, and natural toning. GoldSilverJapan does not reject coins simply because they show signs of use. We conduct a comprehensive appraisal, checking details such as the portrait's hair and clothing, the remaining condition of the Lion and Son, the crown, wreath, lettering, the condition of the rim, and whether or not the coin has been cleaned or polished. The basic specifications are: Country of issue: Iran (Persia), Ruler: Ahmad Shah, Year of issue: AH1332 (1914), Face value: 5000 dinars, Material: Silver, Silver purity: .900, Weight: Approximately 23.0251g, Pure silver content: Approximately 20.72g, Diameter: Approximately 36mm, Edge: Leaded. We can appraise both uncertified coins and those certified by third-party grading organizations such as NGC and PCGS. For certified coins, we also consider the grade and market trading status during the evaluation.
About Coinpedia and Online Buying
At GoldSilverJapan, we also refer to our unique coin market database, Coinpedia, when appraising foreign antique coins, including Iranian and Persian silver coins. We aim for appraisals that do not rely solely on simple catalog prices by cross-referencing multiple pieces of information, including domestic and international auction results, past market prices, collector market trends, and precious metal prices. GoldSilverJapan is an online-only company without a physical store, and we accept mail-in purchases from all over Japan. First, you request a preliminary appraisal based on photographs. Then, if necessary, you can mail the actual coin to us for a full appraisal. The process involves a final appraisal, presentation of the appraised value, and payment upon your acceptance. Whether you have just one Ahmad Shah 5000 Dinar silver coin, or wish to sell a collection of Persian silver coins, Iranian gold and silver coins, Islamic antique coins, or foreign silver coins, please feel free to contact us. We don't judge historical foreign silver coins solely by their silver weight; we carefully appraise each coin, considering its market value as well.
FAQ
Q1. Can you buy AH1332 (1914) Ahmad Shah 5000 Dinar silver coins?
Yes. GoldSilverJapan buys Qajar dynasty Ahmad Shah 5000 Dinar silver coins. We can appraise both unappraised and appraised coins.
Q2. Is the purchase price determined solely by the silver content?
No. This silver coin contains approximately 20.72g of pure silver, so the price of silver is important, but we also consider the condition of the coin, its historical background, collector demand, and domestic and international market prices when assessing its value.
Q3. Can I sell coins that are worn or discolored?
Yes. As these are circulating silver coins from over 100 years ago, we can assess them even if they have natural wear, tone, or minor scratches. Significant polishing, processing, or damage may affect the valuation.
Q4. Is it okay if the coin hasn't been graded by NGC or PCGS?
Yes. We can assess ungraded, bare coins. If the coin has already been graded by a third-party grading institution, we will also consider the grade and market performance as part of the assessment.
Q5. Do you use Coinpedia data for assessment?
Yes. We refer to GoldSilverJapan's own Coinpedia database to check domestic and international transaction and auction data and market trends. However, we do not guarantee that specific catalog prices or past auction prices will be used as the purchase price.
Q6. Can I bring the coin to your store?
GoldSilverJapan is an online-only service and does not offer in-store buybacks. We offer a simple photo-based appraisal and a full appraisal via mail, and our service is available to customers throughout Japan.
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