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1 Lira FAO
1978 year| Stainless steel (79.15-80.65% Iron, 0.14% Carbon, 17.5-19% Chromium, 0.50% Magnesium, 1.15% Silicon, 0.03% Sulfur, 0.03 Phosphorus) | 7 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 1 Lira (1 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Stainless steel (79.15-80.65% Iron, 0.14% Carbon, 17.5-19% Chromium, 0.50% Magnesium, 1.15% Silicon, 0.03% Sulfur, 0.03 Phosphorus) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#14222 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath, crescent moon and star at the top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
LIRA
1978
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1978 Turkish FAO 1 Lira coin is that it was made of stainless steel, which is a unique material for coins. Stainless steel is known for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal choice for coins that are meant to last for a long time. The use of stainless steel in coin production was a deliberate choice by the mint to create a coin that would stand the test of time and maintain its quality over the years. This decision has made the 1978 Turkish FAO 1 Lira coin a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lira (FAO) 1978 coin.