20 Lira (European Capital Of Culture) 2010 front 20 Lira (European Capital Of Culture) 2010 back
20 Lira (European Capital Of Culture) 2010 photo
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20 Lira European Capital Of Culture

2010 year
Bronze 17.50 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2010
Value
20 Lira 20 TRY = USD 0.58
Currency
New lira (2005-date)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
17.50 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#45092
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: AVRUPA KÜLTÜR BAŞKENTİ

Interesting fact

The 20 Lira (European Capital Of Culture) 2010 coin from Turkey features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the iconic Hagia Sophia, a former Byzantine church and Ottoman mosque that has been transformed into a museum. The reverse side features a stylized image of a traditional Turkish motif, along with the inscription "Istanbul - European Capital of Culture 2010." This coin was minted to commemorate Istanbul's designation as the European Capital of Culture in 2010, and it serves as a symbol of Turkey's rich cultural history and its connection to Europe.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2010  790 - - - - - -

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