© Cetin Kuzu - @Koleksiyonda
© Cetin Kuzu - @Koleksiyonda
2,5 Lira Turkish State Mint
2022 year| Bronze | 23.33 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 2.5 Lira 2.5 TRY = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | New lira (2005-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.33 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 2.68 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#361192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Turkish State Mint logo and 555th anniversary logo.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
T.C. HAZİNE VE MALİYE BAKANLIĞI
DARPHANE
VE DAMGA MATBAASI GENEL MÜDÜRLÜĞÜ
1467 2022
DARPHANE 555. YIL
Translation:
The General Directorate of Mint and Stamp Printing House affiliated to T.R. Ministry of Treasury and Finance
555 Years of Turkish State Mint
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Turkish State Mint (Turkish: Darphane) is a state-owned mint situated in Istanbul that is responsible for minting the coinage of Turkey. Originally founded in 1467, the mint replaced the Constantinople Mint as the largest mint of the Ottoman Empire to become its successor. Mention of the mint's establishment was recorded in the documents of Mehmed the Conqueror. In 1984, it took its current form under the name of the General Directorate of Mint and Stamp Printing House affiliated to T.R. Ministry of Treasury and Finance.This commemorative coin was issued to commemorate the 555th anniversary of the establishment of the Turkish State Mint. The coin is dated 2022 but was released on January 31, 2023.
Interesting fact
The 2,5 Lira coin from Turkey, minted in 2022, 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 a symbol of Istanbul's rich history for centuries. The reverse side features an image of a stunning Turkish garden, complete with intricate tilework and lush greenery, which is a nod to the country's beautiful architecture and natural landscapes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2,5 Lira (Turkish State Mint) 2022 coin.
