500 Afghanis (XXVII Summer Olympic Games, Sydney 2000) 1998 front 500 Afghanis (XXVII Summer Olympic Games, Sydney 2000) 1998 back
500 Afghanis (XXVII Summer Olympic Games, Sydney 2000) 1998 photo
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500 Afghanis XXVII Summer Olympic Games, Sydney

1998 year
Silver (.999) 15 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Afghanistan
Period
Islamic State (1992-2002)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
500 Afghanis (أفغاني) (500&nbspAFA)
Currency
First afghani (1925-2003)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
15 g
Diameter
35 mm
Thickness
1.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#153864
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Lettering:
SYDNEY 2000
XXVII OLYMPIAD
1998

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 500 Afghanis coin minted in 1998 to commemorate the XXVII Summer Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, features an unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the iconic Buddhas of Bamiyan, which were destroyed by the Taliban in 2001. The reverse side features the Olympic rings and the games' logo, surrounded by intricate floral patterns. This coin is not only a rare collectible for numismatists but also a symbol of Afghanistan's rich history and cultural identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  5000 - - - - - -

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