common1900-1945

Reza Shah Pahlavi, Definitive Issue

Name: Reza Shah Pahlavi, Definitive Issue
Brand: Iran

Iran · 1930 · 1 Chahi

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of Reza Shah Pahlavi, the founder of the Pahlavi dynasty. The design is framed by intricate Persian ornamentation, with the denomination and country name inscribed in both Persian and French script.

Issued during the reign of Reza Shah, this stamp reflects his efforts to modernize Iran and assert a strong national identity, often using his own image on currency and postage.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

royalty heads-of-state portraits

Catalog Numbers

sg790

scott753

michel691

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.