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100 Lira Lydians
2014 year| Gold (.916) | 1.5 g | 13.95 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 100 Lira 100 TRY = USD 2.92 |
| Currency | New lira (2005-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 13.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#69327 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANADOLU MEDENİYETLERİ
LİDYALILAR M.Ö 687 - 547
Edge
Reeded
Comment
https://ms.hmb.gov.tr/uploads/sites/7/2019/09/Screenshot-from-2019-09-14-10-10-08.pngInteresting fact
The 100 Lira (Lydians) 2014 gold coin from Turkey features an image of King Croesus, who ruled the Lydian Empire in the 6th century BC. He is famous for introducing the first gold coins in history, which were made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. The coin's design honors this legacy by depicting King Croesus on one side and the Lydian Empire's symbol, the lion, on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that showcases Turkey's rich cultural heritage and its contribution to the development of currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 561 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Lira (Lydians) 2014 coin.
