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10 Kuruş
| Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 2.6 g | 18.1 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1949-1956 |
| Value | 10 Kuruş (0.10 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 18.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#1332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10 KURUŞ
Edge
Plain with lettering
Lettering: TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ
Interesting fact
The 10 Kuruş coin from Turkey was designed by renowned Turkish sculptor and engraver, Hulusi Kocan. He was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for the 10 Kuruş coin features a stylized depiction of the Hagia Sophia, a famous Byzantine church in Istanbul that was later converted into a mosque. The coin's design has been praised for its beauty and historical significance, making it a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 27000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 6200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1955 | 10090000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1956 | 9910000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Kuruş 1949-1956 coin.
