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500 Afghanis Siberian Crane
1978 year| Silver (.925) (Copper .075) | 35 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1973-1978) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 500 Afghanis (أفغاني) (500 AFA) |
| Currency | First afghani (1925-2003) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (Copper .075) |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#59044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Siberian crane, value.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
۵٠٠
افغانی
Translation:
500
Afhanis
Edge
Reeded
Comment
KM#980 has weight of 35.30 grams.KM#981 has weight of 35.00 grams.
Interesting fact
The 500 Afghanis (Siberian Crane) coin from Afghanistan, minted in 1978, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife. The coin's obverse side features the national emblem of Afghanistan, while the reverse side depicts a majestic Siberian crane in flight, set against a backdrop of mountains and trees. This coin is made of silver (.925) and copper (.075), weighing 35 grams, and is considered a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation but rather for collectors and numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 4218 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Afghanis (Siberian Crane) 1978 coin.
