10 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 front 10 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 back
10 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 photo

10 Kuruş FAO

1980 year
Bronze 3.5 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1980
Value
10 Kuruş (0.10&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#41058
Rarity index
49%

Reverse

Oat stalks divide date and value

Script: Latin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 coin from Turkey features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a stylized depiction of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by crops and trees. This design was chosen to highlight the importance of agriculture in Turkey's economy and to commemorate the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) conference, which was held in Istanbul in 1980. The coin's reverse side features the Turkish coat of arms and the inscription "Türkiye Cumhuriyeti" (Republic of Turkey) in a beautiful calligraphic style. Overall, this coin is a beautiful representation of Turkey's rich history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980  13000 - - - - - -

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