5 Dollars Berlin Airlift
1998 year| Copper-nickel | 29.0 g | 36.0 mm |
| Issuer | Liberia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1847-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 LRD = USD 0.026 |
| Currency | Dollar (1943-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 29.0 g |
| Diameter | 36.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#169846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50th ANNIVERSARY
BERLIN AIRLIFT
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Berlin Airlift coin from Liberia features a unique design that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the historic Berlin Airlift, which took place from 1948 to 1949. The coin's design includes an image of a cargo plane, symbolizing the vital role that air transport played in the relief effort. The coin's reverse side features the Liberian coat of arms and the inscription "Liberia 1998." This coin is a rare and collectible item that serves as a reminder of the important role that international cooperation played in the aftermath of World War II.
