Watch List notes:

IRAN, Pahlavis. Muhammad Reza Shah, AH 1360-1398 / AD 1941-1979. Medal (Gold, 26 mm, 10.05 g, 12 h), Bank Melli mint, dated MS2536 = 1977/8. Bust of Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, in military attire, slightly left. Rev. Legend; seal of bank above; date and and fineness below. MS2536 (1977), Hosseini p. 249. Struck in .900 fine gold. Wonderful mirror-like surfaces. Proof.



This medal is commemorating the 18th birthday of the Shah's oldest son and heir to the throne, Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi .