© Emiliano Micalizzi
© Emiliano Micalizzi
5 Lira FAO
1979 year| Stainless steel (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 | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 5 Lira (5 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Stainless steel (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 | 32.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.81 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#14230 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath, crescent moon and star at the top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
LIRA
1979
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Lira (FAO) 1979 coin from Turkey made of stainless steel has a unique feature - it is non-magnetic. This is due to the presence of a small amount of silicon in the alloy, which prevents the coin from being attracted to magnets.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 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) 1979 coin.
