5 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 front 5 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 back
5 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 photo

5 Kuruş FAO

1980 year
Bronze 2.2 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1980
Value
5 Kuruş (0.05&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 January 2005
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#41057
Rarity index
50%

Reverse

Oak branch divides value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5 KURUŞ 1980

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Kuruş (FAO) 1980 coin from Turkey is that it features a unique design that represents the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin's obverse side depicts a stylized image of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by wheat stalks and other crops. This design was created to commemorate the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and its efforts to promote global food security and sustainable agriculture practices. 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 not only a valuable collector's item but also a symbol of Turkey's commitment to supporting sustainable agriculture and food security initiatives.

Price

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

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