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500 Lira FAO
1979 year| Gold (.917) | 8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 500 Lira (500 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2005 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#46358 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500
LİRA
1979
Engraver: Avni Kumuk
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1979 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. Additionally, the coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 583 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lira (FAO) 1979 coin.
