1979 Turkey Gold 10,000 Lira UNICEF and IYC Proof
1979 Turkey Gold 10,000 Lira UNICEF and IYC Proof
Struck in 1979, this gold coin from the Turkish State Mint in Istanbul commemorates the International Year of the Child. The issue features a composition of 0.4968 ounces of pure gold, blending a message of global youth advocacy with exquisite proof-quality craftsmanship. It is documented in the Krause catalog under the reference KM#933. One side of the coin captures a lively scene of children joined in a dance, symbolizing unity and youth. The other side displays the denomination of 10,000 Liras encircled by a decorative wreath, with the official state inscription 'Türkiye Cumhuriyeti' positioned above the central design.
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Specifications
| Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Year | 1979 |
| Grade | Proof |
| Legal-tender face value | 10,000 Liras |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.4968 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
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