1 Lira (Turkish Olympics) 2012 front 1 Lira (Turkish Olympics) 2012 back
1 Lira (Turkish Olympics) 2012 photo
© Dario Silva Collection (CC BY-NC)

1 Lira Turkish Olympics

2012 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring (75% Copper, 15% Nickel, 10% Zinc - Ring: 81% Copper, 4% Nickel, 15% Zinc) 8.20 g 26.15 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2012
Value
1 Lira 1 TRY = USD 0.029
Currency
New lira (2005-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring (75% Copper, 15% Nickel, 10% Zinc - Ring: 81% Copper, 4% Nickel, 15% Zinc)
Weight
8.20 g
Diameter
26.15 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#35890
Rarity index
18%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
TÜRK LİRASI
2012

Edge

Smooth with repeated imprints and inscriptions
of T.C. letters and tulip figure

Lettering: T.C.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Lira (Turkish Olympics) 2012 coin from Turkey is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a copper-nickel center surrounded by a nickel brass ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins and makes it a notable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012  1000000 - - - - - -

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