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Pahlavi Dynasty
Mohammad Reza Shah 5 Pahlavi Gold
Heavy bullion gold piece, half-ounce class — issued primarily as an investment instrument by Bank Markazi alongside the 1, 2½ and 10 Pahlavi denominations.
| Date | SH 1339–1357 (1960–1979) |
|---|---|
| Ruler / issuer | Mohammad Reza Shah |
| Mint | Tehran |
| Metal | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 40.68 g |
| Era | Pahlavi Dynasty (1925 – 1979 CE) |
| Region | Iran |
Obverse and reverse
Obverse
Bust of Mohammad Reza Shah right.
Reverse
Lion-and-Sun in wreath; value '5 Pahlavi' and SH date.
Historical context — Pahlavi Dynasty
Reza Shah reformed currency in 1932: the rial replaced the qiran (1 toman = 10 rial). Bank Melli took over note issuance in 1932. Pahlavi era includes commemoratives for the 2500-year celebrations and FAO series.
Read the full Pahlavi Dynasty essay →Frequently asked
- What is the Mohammad Reza Shah 5 Pahlavi Gold?
- Heavy bullion gold piece, half-ounce class — issued primarily as an investment instrument by Bank Markazi alongside the 1, 2½ and 10 Pahlavi denominations. It was struck in SH 1339–1357 (1960–1979) at Tehran under Mohammad Reza Shah.
- What metal and weight is it?
- Gold (.900), weighing approximately 40.68 g.
- What designs appear on it?
- Obverse: Bust of Mohammad Reza Shah right. Reverse: Lion-and-Sun in wreath; value '5 Pahlavi' and SH date.