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1 Kuruş African darter bird

2019 year
Bimetallic: brass centre in nickel silver ring 10.2 g 27.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2019
Value
1 Kuruş 0.01 TRY = USD 0.00029
Currency
New lira (2005-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: brass centre in nickel silver ring
Weight
10.2 g
Diameter
27.8 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#192060
Rarity index
50%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANADOLU'YA ÖZGÜ KUŞLAR
YILANBOYUN KUŞU

Translation:
Anatolian Birds
African darter bird

Interesting fact

The African darter bird, which is featured on the coin, is also known as the "snake bird" due to its habit of hunting snakes and other reptiles. It has a unique way of hunting, where it will dive into the water with its beak open, allowing it to swallow its prey whole. This bird is found in various parts of Africa, and it's known for its distinctive black and white feathers, which are depicted on the coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2019  15000 - - - - - -

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