IRAN, Pahlavis. Muhammad Reza Shah, AH 1320-1358 / AD 1941-1979. 1/2 Pahlavi SH 1328 = 1949 (Gold, 20 mm, 4.09 g, 12 h), high relief type, Tehran. Bare head of Muhammad Reza Shah to left between inscription and date. Rev. Lion and sun (Pahlavi coat of arms) above denomination, all within wreath. Friedberg 102. KM 1149. Usual areas of weakness on the reverse, otherwise, virtually as struck.

From the Asha & Ardeshir Dabestani Collection, formed over the past four decades.