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2½ Lira FAO
1970 year| Acmonital | 9 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 2½ Lira (2.5 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Acmonital |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#10031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath, crescent moon and star at the top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2½
LİRA
1970
Edge
Inscripted with 6 times "F.A.O." and flower design
Lettering: F.A.O.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, which is an specialized agency that works to achieve food security and promote sustainable agriculture and rural development. The coin's design features the FAO's emblem on one side and the Turkish coat of arms on the other.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 159180 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Lira (FAO) 1970 coin.
