1/4 Azadi First Spring of Freedom

Struck to commemorate the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the Azadi series was introduced by Bank Melli as a replacement for the imperial coinage of the Pahlavi dynasty. The quarter Azadi was the smallest denomination in the series, intended to bring gold ownership within reach of a broader population during the chaotic transition period following the Shah's departure in January of that year.

The "First Spring of Freedom" designation — Bahar Azadi — refers specifically to the inaugural year of issue, distinguishing it from subsequent annual strikes that continued the series without that qualifier.