10 Kuruş 1975-1977 front 10 Kuruş 1975-1977 back
10 Kuruş 1975-1977 photo
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10 Kuruş

 
Aluminium (99.5% Aluminium, 0.4% Iron, 0.1% Other) 1.35 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1975-1977
Value
10 Kuruş (0.10&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Aluminium (99.5% Aluminium, 0.4% Iron, 0.1% Other)
Weight
1.35 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#7087
Rarity index
15%

Reverse

Oat stalks divide date and value

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 KURUŞ 1975

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Kuruş coin from Turkey, produced between 1975 and 1977, has an interesting feature. It was made with a unique alloy composition of 99.5% aluminum, 0.4% iron, and 0.1% other metals. This combination of materials gives the coin a distinctive weight of 1.35 grams, which is slightly lighter than other coins of similar size and denomination. This interesting fact highlights the diversity of materials used in coin production and how different countries have experimented with various compositions to create unique and durable currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975  2165000 - - - - - -
1976  882000 - - - - - -
1977  305000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Kuruş 1975-1977 coin.