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500 Afghanis 1990 FIFA World Cup

1989 year
Silver (.999) 16 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Afghanistan
Period
Democratic Republic (1978-1992)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
500 Afghanis (أفغاني) (500&nbspAFA)
Currency
First afghani (1925-2003)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
16 g
Diameter
37 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#44507
Rarity index
68%

Reverse

Two footballers, one with ball with crown in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
WORLD FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
ITALY 1990
1989

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 1990 FIFA World Cup, which was held in Italy. The coin features a design of a football player in action, surrounded by the tournament's logo and the words "1990 FIFA World Cup" in English and Arabic. This coin is a unique collector's item for football enthusiasts and numismatists alike, as it not only commemorates a significant sporting event but also showcases the rich cultural heritage of Afghanistan.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  10000 - - - - - -

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