Iran, Qajar Dynasty, Nasir al-Din Shah (1848-1896), 5-Krans or 5000-Dinars, AH 1297 [1879/80], Tehran, Lion séjant left, brandishing sword set on face in rays, all in wreath, rev. Arabic inscription in three lines, edge plain, 22.88g, 6h (Dav. 285; KM 914), minor rim bruising and rub to high points, otherwise residually lustrous with a hint of attractive peripheral toning, a pleasingly bold very fine, a scarce type known as a currency and proof striking, both immensely sought after
