1971–73 Iran 50 & 200 Rials Pick 90 & 92c PMG 67 EPQ Pair Bank Markazi Superb Gem UNC (2)
Description:
Offered here is a pair of high-grade Iranian banknotes issued by Bank Markazi Iran (Central Bank of Iran) during the early 1970s. This matched set includes the 50 Rials (Pick 90) and 200 Rials (Pick 92c), both from the ND (1971–73) series, and both graded PMG Superb Gem Uncirculated 67 EPQ, signifying top-tier preservation with exceptional paper quality.
The 50 Rials note features the portrait of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in military uniform at right and vibrant traditional Persian design motifs throughout. The 200 Rials note presents a larger and more intricately detailed layout, with the Shah's portrait again featured alongside vivid Middle Eastern architectural themes and ornamental patterns. Both notes reflect the modernizing yet historically grounded aesthetic of Iran during the final years of the Pahlavi dynasty.
The PMG 67 EPQ grade on both pieces indicates nearly flawless margins, outstanding color saturation, crisp embossing, and original paper integrity. Notes from this era in such superb condition are increasingly difficult to source, particularly as matched high-grade pairs.
Collector’s Value:
These two 1970s Iranian banknotes represent a visually captivating and historically meaningful period of Persian currency under the Pahlavi regime. With both notes certified at the Superb Gem level by PMG and bearing the EPQ designation, this set offers outstanding value for collectors focused on Middle Eastern numismatics, world currency in top grades, or pre-revolution Iranian issues.
