500 Lira 40th Anniversary of FAO
1985 year| Copper-nickel | 12 g | 29.7 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 500 Lira (500 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 29.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.97 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1985 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#191024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
F40 look like FAO
Script: Latin
Lettering:
F40
1945-85
Engraver: Engin Akarslan
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Sales Abroad - 2180Sales Domestic - 1605
Interesting fact
The 500 Lira coin from Turkey, issued in 1985 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized representation of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by wheat stalks and other crops. The design is meant to symbolize Turkey's commitment to agriculture and the importance of the FAO in promoting sustainable agriculture practices worldwide.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 3785 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lira (40th Anniversary of FAO) 1985 coin.
