Depicts an Emblem of the Imperial State of Iran (radiant lion holding sword, 1932-1980) within a crowned wheat wreath. Value and date below in Monarchical Calendar System (MS) in Persian and English below, inscription above "Mohammad Reza Pahlavi Shah Aryamhar, the Shahanshah "King of Kings" of Iran" in Persian surrounding by a circle of 25 Persepolis motifs (as 25th century of the foundation of Persian Empire). "1000" assayer's marks right below.

The Lion and Sun motif is one of the better-known emblems of Iran. The motif has many historical meanings. First, it was an astrological and zodiacal symbol. Under Safvis and first Qajar kings, it received a specifically Shi'ite interpretation. In Safavid era the lion and sun stood for two pillars of the society, state and religion. It became a national emblem during the Qajar era.

At the top of the coat of arms was the Pahlavi crown, created for the Coronation of Reza Shah in 1926, and the collar of the Order of Pahlavi was under the shield.

Depicts a relief of winged lion from the Palace of Darius in Susa.

The winged lion from the Susa Palace of Darius I is a striking example of Achaemenid art, symbolizing power, divine protection, and the might of the Persian Empire. Discovered in the ruins of Darius the Great’s palace in Susa, an important administrative center of the empire, this glazed brick relief dates back to the 6th century BCE. The winged lion, often associated with royalty and guardianship, reflects influences from Mesopotamian and Persian artistic traditions, showcasing the empire’s cultural synthesis. These reliefs adorned the palace walls, emphasizing the grandeur of Darius I’s rule and the empire’s connection to divine authority. Today, some of these artifacts are preserved in museums, including the Louvre in Paris, where they continue to captivate historians and art enthusiasts alike.