Iran – Scott # 1094, used

Description

Issued in the early 1970s, Iran Scott #1094 is a definitive stamp featuring a portrait of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran. Portrait definitives of this type were produced for routine postal use and circulated widely during the late Pahlavi era, reflecting the central role of the monarchy in Iranian public life prior to the 1979 Revolution.

The design presents a formal photographic-style portrait of the Shah in Western dress, framed by an ornate decorative border incorporating Persian motifs and calligraphy. The inscription “IRAN” appears at the bottom, with the denomination expressed in rials. The subdued green coloration and restrained layout are typical of mid-20th-century Iranian definitives, emphasizing clarity, authority, and recognizability for everyday postal functions.

This stamp formed part of a long-running series of Shah portrait definitives that covered multiple denominations and color variations, ensuring consistent national imagery across Iran’s postal system during this period.

This example is offered used, bearing visible postal cancellations consistent with genuine circulation. The design remains clear, with intact perforations and normal wear appropriate to use.

Country: Iran
Year of Issue: Early 1970s
Scott Number: 1094
Denomination: 20 rials
Condition: Used