10 Para 1940-1942 front 10 Para 1940-1942 back
10 Para 1940-1942 photo
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10 Para

 
Aluminium bronze (85% Copper, 10% Aluminium, 5% Other) 2 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1940-1942
Value
10 Para (0.0025&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Aluminium bronze (85% Copper, 10% Aluminium, 5% Other)
Weight
2 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1.22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#6393
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10 PARA
1940

Translation:
10 PARA
1940

Engraver: Ahmet Mesrur Durum

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Para coin from Turkey made of Aluminium bronze is that it was produced during a time of war. The coin was minted between 1940 and 1942, during World War II, when Turkey was neutral. Despite this, the country experienced significant economic difficulties and inflation during this period, which led to the introduction of new coinage, including the 10 Para coin. The use of aluminum bronze in the coin's production was likely a cost-saving measure, as it was a less expensive material than other metals. Today, these coins are considered collectibles and can be found in numismatic collections around the world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1940  30800000 - - - - - -
1941  22400000 - - - - - -
1942  26800000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Para 1940-1942 coin.