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21881

Islamic Dynasties: Qajar, Fath 'Ali Shah, AH 1212-1250 / AD 1797-1834, gold 5 toman (26.75g, 40mm)....

2013 January 6-7 Ancient & World Coin Signature Auction - New York #3021

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Auction Ended On: Jan 7, 2013
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Location: Waldorf Astoria
301 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10022

Description:
Stunning Medallic Piece
Qajar, Fath 'Ali Shah, AH 1212-1250 / AD 1797-1834, gold 5 toman (26.75g, 40mm). Tabriz AH 1226, presentation type with oblique hand-cut reeded edge, type U, A-T2683. Nearly Mint State.

This remarkable presentation coin is of greatest rarity.  It shows traces of having been mounted, thus confirming its original purpose.  Very few specimens have survived, as they were undoubtedly melted to retrieve the gold.

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