5 Liri (Olympics) 1996 front 5 Liri (Olympics) 1996 back
5 Liri (Olympics) 1996 photo
© 2016 J.Schönfels

5 Liri Olympics

1996 year
Silver (.925) 31.47 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Malta
Period
Republic (1974-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
5 Pounds (5&nbspMTL)
Currency
Lira (1972-2007)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.47 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#91781
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Coat of arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MALTA
1996

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Liri (Olympics) 1996 coin from Malta is a unique piece that features a rare error. The coin was minted with a misprinted date, showing the year 1996 instead of 1995, which was the actual year of the Olympics. This error has made the coin highly sought after by collectors, increasing its value and making it a truly interesting piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  35000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Liri (Olympics) 1996 coin.