Iran 50 Rial Banknote, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (1969–1971) “Dark Panel” [Nearly Unused]
⚠️Please note: This product is the same type of banknote as the one shown, but the serial number and year of issue may vary depending on stock availability. However, all notes are in "Almost UNC" condition. Thank you for your understanding.
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Product Overview
This beautiful banknote, symbolizing Iran's history and majesty, is a 50 Rial note (Dark Panel Series) issued between 1969 and 1971, featuring the seventh official portrait of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of the Pahlavi dynasty.
This banknote belongs to the now-defunct **Second Rial Currency Period (1932-)**, which was abolished (demonetized) during the Iranian Revolution in 1979. Due to its beautiful design and excellent condition, it is a popular item among banknote collectors around the world.
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Features and Specifications
• Country of issue: Iran
• Issuer: Central Bank of Iran (Bank Markazi Iran)
• Portrait of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (ruler 1941–1979)
• Publication period: 1969 - 1971
• Series name: "Dark Panel" series (Dark Panel)
• Face value: 50 Rials (50 IRR)
• Currency: Second Rial
• Material: Paper
• Size: 142 x 71 mm
• Shape: Rectangle
• Date of abolition: February 11, 1979 (Iranian Revolution)
• Watermark: Portrait of King Mohammad Reza Pahlavi
• Printing company: Harrison & Sons Limited (High Wycombe, UK)
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Design highlights
Obverse
• Color: Green base with orange and blue underprint.
• Design: On the right side is the seventh portrait of King Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in military uniform, with a geometric pattern in the center.
• Writing (Persian):
• Bank Markazi Iran
• پنجاه ریال（Fifty Rials）
Back (reverse)
• Color: Beautiful background in green and pink
• Motif: The Kohrang Dam and Tunnel, a symbol of Iran's important infrastructure project. This infrastructure, symbolizing modernization, is an important motif that symbolizes the economic growth of the time.
• Writing system (Latin/Persian):
• BANK MARKAZI IRAN
• RIALS 50
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Signature
It contains several signatures from government officials at the time of issue, each with different variations:
• Mahdi Samiyee (MS) – President (1969 edition)
• Jamshid Amouzgar (JA) – Minister of State for Economic Affairs
• Khodadad Farmanfarmaian (KF) – Governor (1971 edition)
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Collector rating and rarity
• Numista number: P#85
• Numista Rarity Index: 34
• Series name: Dark Panel ND (1969–1971)
• Condition: Nearly UNC (almost unused)
Market value varies depending on condition, but in "AU to UNC" condition, it has been confirmed to be traded for $9.30 to $10.00 USD (approximately 1,400 to 1,500 JPY) (based on Numista user ratings).
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Historical value
This 50-rial banknote is part of the final series of banknotes issued before the end of the Iranian monarchy, and is a valuable historical document that tells the story of an important turning point in Iran's modern history. As the last banknote to officially use the portrait of King Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, it is highly regarded for its political and cultural background.
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Goldsilverjapan's Commitment
We are particular about the following points when selling our products:
✅ Authenticity guaranteed: All items have been authenticated
✅ Carefully stored: Protected from humidity, light, and friction
✅ High quality rank: Carefully selected almost unused (Almost UNC) units
✅ Special packaging: waterproof and crease-resistant
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summary
**This banknote is a historical witness that conveys Iran's glorious era to the present day. **The beautiful design and iconic portrait of the King combine to create a piece that you'll want to frame and display. It is perfect not only for collections but also as a gift.
Why not add this 50 Rial banknote – Dark Panel (1969–1971) to your collection?
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