★ Very rare, only 2,788 minted examples ★

IRAN, Pahlavis. Muhammad Reza Shah, AH 1320-1358 / AD 1941-1979. 2 1/2 Pahlavi SH 1340 = 1961 (Gold, 30 mm, 20.32 g, 12 h), 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 100. KM 1163. Very rare, only 2,788 minted examples. Minor marks, otherwise, good very fine.

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