100 Lira (Republic) 1973 front 100 Lira (Republic) 1973 back
100 Lira (Republic) 1973 photo
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100 Lira Republic

1973 year
Silver (.900) 22 g 36.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1973
Value
100 Lira (100&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
22 g
Diameter
36.1 mm
Thickness
2.65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#15405
Rarity index
48%

Reverse

Cascading star within flower (made of five crescents) at upper right of inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering: TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ İLELEBET PAYİDAR KALACAKTIR

Translation:
Republic of Türkiye will last forever.
(Quote from Mustafa Kemal Atatürk)

Engraver: İ. Avni Kumuk

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 100 Lira (Republic) 1973 coin from Turkey, made of Silver (.900) and weighing 22g, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first President of Turkey, while the reverse side features a stunning depiction of the Hagia Sophia, a former Byzantine church and one of the most famous landmarks in Istanbul. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can serve as a window into a country's past and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973  64885 - - - - - -

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