The Iranian currency market on Monday morning, July 13, 2026, opened with the US Dollar's sell rate nearing a significant psychological threshold. The greenback was quoted at 178,900 Toman for selling and 177,841 Toman for buying, reflecting a steady demand. Other major foreign currencies also showed their respective values, with the Euro selling at 203,900 Toman, the British Pound at 239,300 Toman, and the UAE Dirham at 49,100 Toman. The Turkish Lira was trading at 3,805 Toman, indicating its continued presence in regional trade.
In the precious metals sector, gold and coin prices held firm, signaling investor confidence in tangible assets amidst economic uncertainties. The highly sought-after Emami coin was priced at 178,000,000 Toman, while the Azadi coin followed closely at 174,000,000 Toman. The Nim Seke, or half coin, traded at 93,500,000 Toman. For those interested in smaller denominations, one gram of 18-karat gold was valued at 17,660,095 Toman. Globally, the gold ounce maintained a strong position at $4,059.10, reflecting international market trends.
The cryptocurrency market also presented an interesting dynamic. Bitcoin (BTC), the leading digital asset, was trading robustly at $62,657, demonstrating its resilience. Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency, was valued at $1,779.73. Notably, the Tether stablecoin (USDT) showed a slight premium over the direct USD exchange rate in Toman, trading at 179,714 Toman. This premium often indicates a higher demand for stable digital assets within the local market, possibly due to easier accessibility or perceived stability compared to physical currency exchanges.