Today, we would like to introduce a precious coin that represents the era of the Iranian monarchy. It is a 20-rial coin issued in 1975 (1354 in the Iranian calendar) and has been graded MS67 (Mint State 67) by PCGS, making it the highest grade coin currently in existence.
About the coin:
This coin was minted at the end of the Pahlavi dynasty and was issued just four years before the Iranian Revolution.
Crafted from a cupronickel alloy, the obverse features a portrait of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, facing left, along with an elegant inscription in Persian, while the reverse features the majestic coat of arms of the Pahlavi dynasty, symbolizing tradition, nationhood and monarchy.
Grade details:
•Certification agency: PCGS
Grade: MS67 (Mint State 67)
• Certificate number: 487102.67/88682235
This coin has an extremely high Mint State of 67, which means it has only very slight contact marks, making it one of the highest grades of any coin in existence. The field (background) is smooth, the striking is very clear, and it has a high-quality satin-like luster.
Why should you add this coin to your collection?
Pre-revolutionary Iranian coins are becoming increasingly popular among collectors around the world due to their historical background and political importance. In particular, these top-grade coins will become the centerpiece of any collection as a "proof of history" that goes beyond mere currency.
1975 Iran-Kingdom 20 Rials — PCGS MS67
We are thrilled to showcase a standout piece from the era of the Iranian monarchy: a 1975 (SH1354) Iran 20 Rials coin graded MS67 by PCGS. This exceptional specimen hails from the Kingdom of Iran, bearing the distinguished portrait of Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, in striking relief and detail.
About the Coin:
This coin was minted during the twilight years of the Pahlavi dynasty, just four years before the Iranian Revolution. Struck in cupro-nickel, the obverse features a finely sculpted left-facing profile of the Shah with elegant Persian script encircling the portrait. The reverse design exhibits the classic Pahlavi coat of arms with ornate wreath motifs—symbolizing tradition, statehood, and monarchy.
Grade Details:
• Graded by: PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service)
• Grade: MS67 (Mint State 67)
• Certification Number: 487102.67/88682235
This coin's Mint State 67 grade indicates near-perfect surfaces with just a few minute contact marks under magnification—placing it in the top echelon of surviving examples. The fields are clean, the strike is sharp, and the coin exhibits excellent eye appeal with smooth satiny luster.
Why Collect This Piece?
Iranian pre-revolution coins are becoming increasingly desirable due to their historical significance and political legacy. This piece, graded at such a high level, is not just a coin—it's a preserved artifact from a vanished monarchy, ideal for world coin collectors and historians alike.
Add This Gem to Your Collection
This 20 Rials is a commanding example of Middle Eastern numismatics at its finest. Whether you're building a set of modern Persian coinage or curating a collection of world crowns, this MS67 beauty deserves a spot in your case.
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