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5 Lira FAO
1978 year| Acmonital (79.15-80.65% Iron, 0.14% Carbon, 17.5-19% Chromium, 0.50% Magnesium, 1.15% Silicon, 0.03% Sulfur, 0.03 Phosphorus) | 11.0 g | 32.7 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 5 Lira (5 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Acmonital (79.15-80.65% Iron, 0.14% Carbon, 17.5-19% Chromium, 0.50% Magnesium, 1.15% Silicon, 0.03% Sulfur, 0.03 Phosphorus) |
| Weight | 11.0 g |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2005 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#14229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath, crescent moon and star at the top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
LIRA
1978
Edge
Reeded
Comment
https://ms.hmb.gov.tr/uploads/sites/7/2019/09/Fao_5tl_1978.jpgInteresting fact
The Acmonital alloy used in the 5 Lira (FAO) 1978 coin from Turkey is a unique blend of metals that gives it a distinctive color and durability. The addition of Chromium gives the coin a slight silver hue, while the presence of Magnesium and Silicon helps to strengthen the alloy and make it more resistant to corrosion. This coin is a rare and interesting example of the use of Acmonital in coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lira (FAO) 1978 coin.
