5 Laari (FAO) 1404-1411 (1984-1990) front 5 Laari (FAO) 1404-1411 (1984-1990) back
5 Laari (FAO) 1404-1411 (1984-1990) photo
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5 Laari FAO

 
Aluminium 1.0 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Maldives
Period
Second Republic (1968-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Years
1404-1411 (1984-1990)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Laari 0.05 MVR = USD 0.0033
Currency
Rufiyaa (1947-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.0 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Scalloped (with 8 notches)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#4533
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Value

Lettering:
MALDIVES ދިވެހި ރާއްޖެ
5
ލާރި
LAARI

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 14th century Islamic scholar and explorer, Ibn Battuta, who is considered one of the greatest travelers of all time. The coin's design features a map of the Maldives and a portrait of Ibn Battuta, highlighting the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1404 (1984)  2500 - - - - - -
1411 (1990)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Laari (FAO) 1404-1411 (1984-1990) coin.