© Emiliano Micalizzi
© Emiliano Micalizzi
50 Kuruş FAO
1978 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) | 6.1 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 50 Kuruş (0.50 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 | 6.1 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#14219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath, crescent moon and star above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
KURUS
1978
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Kuruş (FAO) 1978 coin from Turkey is that it was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The coin features the FAO's emblem on one side and the Turkish coat of arms on the other. It has a unique composition, made of stainless steel with a small amount of carbon, chromium, magnesium, silicon, sulfur, and phosphorus, which gives it a distinctive shine and durability.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Kuruş (FAO) 1978 coin.
