1 Lira (Monk Seal) 2013 front 1 Lira (Monk Seal) 2013 back
1 Lira (Monk Seal) 2013 photo
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1 Lira Monk Seal

2013 year
Bimetallic: brass centre in copper-nickel ring 8.3 g 26.15 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2013
Value
1 Lira 1 TRY = USD 0.029
Currency
New lira (2005-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: brass centre in copper-nickel ring
Weight
8.3 g
Diameter
26.15 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#43118
Rarity index
27%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TÜRKIYE CUMHURIYETI
1 TÜRK LIRASI
2013

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Monk Seal coin, issued in 2013, features a unique design that showcases the endangered Mediterranean Monk Seal, also known as the "Sea Angel." The coin's design highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect this rare species, which is found in the waters of Turkey and other Mediterranean countries. The coin's bimetallic composition, with a brass center surrounded by a copper-nickel ring, adds to its distinctiveness and collectibility.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2013  15000 - - - - - -

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