Mohur Ashrafi - Nader Afshar (Type D; Esfāhān) - Iran

A relic of the era, the Mohur Ashrafi - Nader Afshar (Type D; Esfāhān) - Iran from Iran (1153–1747), denomination 1 Mohur, offers collectors a tangible link to a world of knights, merchants, and pilgrims. Cast in gold, this coin represents the pinnacle of the moneyer's art. Throughout history, gold coinage was reserved for the largest transactions and the most prestigious issues — the currency of kings, merchants, and diplomats. The survival of gold coins in collectible condition is more likely than for base metal pieces, as their intrinsic value encouraged careful preservation even before the age of systematic coin collecting. For the serious numismatist, acquiring this coin in the finest available grade is the ideal strategy. Professional certification from NGC or PCGS not only authenticates the piece but encapsulates it in tamper-evident holders that protect against accidental handling damage. The long-term value proposition of well-graded, original-surface examples of numismatic rarities has been demonstrated repeatedly in the major auction houses of New York, London, and Hong Kong.