50 Dirhams

1435 (2014) year


Copper-nickel plated steel	5.1 g	22.9 mm

Description

Issuer	Libya
Period	State of Libya (2011-date)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Year	1435 (2014)
Calendar	Islamic (Hijri)
Value	50 Dirhams 0.050 LYD = USD 0.010
Currency	Dinar (1971-date)
Composition	Copper-nickel plated steel
Weight	5.1 g
Diameter	22.9 mm
Thickness	1.77 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-06

References

Numista	N#71942
Rarity index	16%

Reverse

North African irrigation well, latent image showing a star or a crescent

Script: Latin

Lettering: Central Bank of Libya

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Released in Spring 2015

The latent image shows either a star or a crescent directed East, depending on the direction of the main source of light and the angle of the coin. Since 2011 a crescent and a star appear on the flag of Libya, the star pointing left to the crescent facing East.

This type of well was used mostly for irrigation. It was a construction which could yield a big quantity of water with each pull, so it needed the force of domestic animals. Water was flowing through special canals to irrigate crop fields.

Interesting fact

The 50 Dirhams coin from Libya features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Libyan woman wearing a traditional dress and jewelry, while on the other side, there is an image of a majestic horse, which symbolizes strength, courage, and freedom. The coin's design is a nod to Libya's rich cultural heritage and its people's deep connection to their traditions and history.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1435 (2014)		-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Dirhams 1435 (2014) coin.