20 Lira (Battle of Sarikamish) 2015 front 20 Lira (Battle of Sarikamish) 2015 back
20 Lira (Battle of Sarikamish) 2015 photo
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20 Lira Battle of Sarikamish

2015 year
Silver (.925) 31.1 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
20 Lira 20 TRY = USD 0.58
Currency
New lira (2005-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#69178
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SARIKAMIŞ HAREKATI 100.YIL
1915-2015

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 20 Lira (Battle of Sarikamish) 2015 coin from Turkey is unique because it commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Sarikamish, which took place during World War I. The battle was a significant event in Turkish history, and the coin's design reflects this importance. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey, while the reverse side depicts a scene from the battle. The coin's silver content and weight also make it a valuable collector's item.