50 Kip (Winter Olympics - Ice dancers) 1989 front 50 Kip (Winter Olympics - Ice dancers) 1989 back
50 Kip (Winter Olympics - Ice dancers) 1989 photo
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50 Kip Winter Olympics - Ice dancers

1989 year
Silver (.999) 16 g 38.8 mm
Description
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
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#175896
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Ice dancers within design

Lettering:
XVI WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES
ALBERTVILLE
1992
1989

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 50 Kip coin from Laos featuring Winter Olympics Ice dancers is a unique and rare collectible item. Here's an interesting fact about this coin: The coin's design features a pair of ice dancers in a dynamic pose, surrounded by intricate details and patterns. But did you know that the design of this coin was actually created by a renowned artist named Thongphet Sounthonevichit? Thongphet is a Laotian artist who is known for his beautiful and detailed designs on various collectible coins, and his work on the 50 Kip Winter Olympics coin is certainly a standout piece. So, not only is this coin a great collectible item for anyone interested in the Winter Olympics or numismatics, but it's also a beautiful piece of art that showcases the skill and craftsmanship of a talented artist.