1971 Iran 5 riyals SH1350 – Mohammad Reza Pahlavi – Lion and Sun – KM#1176

 GoldSilverJapan presents a 5 riyal coin from 1971 (SH1350 in the Iranian calendar), issued during the reign of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah (king) of Iran. This coin is one of the representative currencies of the late Pahlavi period and features the historically significant Iranian motif of the lion and sun, making it a highly collectible piece.

 The surface features a large depiction of the traditional Iranian Lion and Sun emblem. Sunlight radiates from behind the lion, which holds a sword, and a crown is positioned above it. The inscription at the bottom reads "پنج ریال (5 rials)" in Persian, and the design is majestic, surrounded by a wreath of plants.

 The reverse side features a Persian inscription related to the Iranian King Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, along with the face value and the year "1250 (SH1350)". SH1350 corresponds to 1971 AD, making this a fascinating coin that conveys the history of Iran during the Pahlavi dynasty.

 This coin is a copper-nickel coin manufactured at the Tehran Mint, with a composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel. It weighs approximately 4.6g, has a diameter of approximately 24.9mm, a thickness of approximately 1.36mm, and features a serrated leading edge. The catalog number is KM#1176. According to the document you provided, the mintage for SH1350 (1971) was 10,159,976 pieces.

 This coin is recommended for collectors of modern Iranian currency, the Pahlavi dynasty, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the Lion and Sun emblem, Middle Eastern coins, and 20th-century coins from around the world. It's a coin that allows you to enjoy both its historical background and its iconic Iranian design.

 The item you will receive is the one shown in the photos. Please carefully check the photos for details regarding condition, color, and any scratches or wear on the surface before purchasing.

 Country: Iran
 Monarch: Mohammad Reza Pahlavi
 Face value: 5 riyals
 Year: SH1350 / 1971
 Material: Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
 Weight: Approx. 4.6g
 Diameter: Approximately 24.9 mm
 Thickness: Approximately 1.36 mm
 Edge: Leaded (serrated)
 Mint: Tehran Mint
 Catalog number: KM#1176
 Number issued: 10,159,976
 Issuing country: Iran
 Era: Pahlavi dynasty

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