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Computer Jones
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USA
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 Posted - 04/05/2009 : 17:53:46
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Originally posted by theo
I picked up a few late 70s 50 lyra coins for 20 cent each the local flea market. They are about the same size as a U.S. quarter but a little heavier so I figure they are copper mixed with some nickel perhaps. Is there anywhere I can confirm the metal content?
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"and in 1954-1955, an Acmonital (stainless-steel) 50 and 100 lire coins were introduced, followed by aluminium-bronze 20 lire in 1957 and silver 500 lire in 1958. Rises in the silver bullion price lead to the 500 lire coins being produced only in small numbers for collectors after 1967.
In 1977, aluminium-bronze 200 lire coins were introduced, followed in 1982 by the bi-metallic 500 lire. This was the first bi-metallic coin to be produced for circulation, minted using a system patented by IPZS. It was also the first to feature the value in braille.[2]"
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