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500 Lira FAO
1978 year| Gold (.917) | 8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 500 Lira (500 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#29565 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1978 Turkish 500 Lira (FAO) gold coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin's obverse side depicts a stylized image of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by wheat stalks and other crops. This design was chosen to highlight Turkey's long history of agricultural production and its importance to the country's economy. The coin's reverse side features the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) emblem, which further emphasizes the coin's agricultural theme. Overall, this coin is not only a beautiful and valuable collector's item but also a symbol of Turkey's commitment to agriculture and sustainability.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 550 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lira (FAO) 1978 coin.
