Iran SH1370 1/4 azadi
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This specimen was lot 1228 in Jean Elsen sale 148 (Brussels, September 2021), where it sold for €90 (about US$128 including buyer's fees). The catalog description[1] noted, "IRAN, Islamic Republic (AD 1979- /SH 1358- ) AV 1/4 azadi, SH 1370 (1991). Uncirculated." This type was struck SH 1366-70 for the ayatollahs. Gold half, one, 2½ and five azadis also exist. The coins generally trade as bullion coins.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: 2.03 g, 0.900 fine gold.
Catalog reference: KM 1265, Fr-115.
- Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-2000, 47th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.
- Friedberg, Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg, Gold Coins of the World, From Ancient Times to the Present, 9th ed., Clifton, NJ: Coin and Currency Institute, 2017.
- [1]Elsen, Philippe, et al., Vente Publique 148: Monnaies, Médailles et Décorations, Brussels: Jean Elsen et ses Fils S.A., 2021.
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