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50 Kip Summer Olympics - Water Polo; Unfrosted water
1989 year| Silver (.999) | 16 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Laos |
|---|---|
| Period | People’s Democratic Republic (1975-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 50 Kip 50 LAK = USD 0.0023 |
| Currency | Lao PDR Kip (1979-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#105835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Water polo players within unfrosted water.
Lettering:
XXV
OLYMPIC GAMES
BARCELONA
1992
1989
Edge
Reeded/grained
Comment
A variant of this coin is known with frosted water.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the sport of water polo, which is not commonly featured on coins. The coin's design includes an image of a water polo player in action, surrounded by ripples and bubbles, giving the impression of being underwater. This design was created to commemorate the sport's inclusion in the 1989 Summer Olympics, which were held in Seoul, South Korea. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item for both coin collectors and sports enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 8985 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Kip (Summer Olympics - Water Polo; Unfrosted water) 1989 coin.
