250 Kuruş (Gold Bullion Coinage) 1943-1966 front 250 Kuruş (Gold Bullion Coinage) 1943-1966 back
250 Kuruş (Gold Bullion Coinage) 1943-1966 photo
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250 Kuruş Gold Bullion Coinage

 
Gold (.917) 18.0399 g 27.23 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1943-1966
Value
250 Kuruş (2.5&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
18.0399 g
Diameter
27.23 mm
Thickness
2.10 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#56984
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Head of Atatürk left

This coin is known as "Tam Cumhuriyet Altını" = Full Republican Gold and used with its bullion value. New dates are always preferred by the public; thus older dates are rarer as many go back to the mint each year to be melted.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HAKİMİYET MİLLETİNDİR

ANKARA

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 250 Kuruş gold coin from Turkey, minted between 1943 and 1966, has an interesting fact associated with it. Did you know that the coin's design was inspired by the ancient Persian Empire's coinage? The coin features an image of the mythical creature, the Anatolian Lion, which was also featured on ancient Persian coins. This design choice was meant to symbolize the rich history and cultural heritage of Turkey.