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5 Kuruş
| Aluminium bronze (91% Copper, 9% Aluminium) | 4 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1926-1928 |
| Value | 5 Kuruş (0.05 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (91% Copper, 9% Aluminium) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#15861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Value to left of sprig, crescent and star on top
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ٥غروش
Translation: 5 Kurush
Engraver: Ahmet Mesrur Durum
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 5 Kuruş coin from Turkey, minted between 1926 and 1928, has an interesting feature. It was made of aluminum bronze, an alloy composed of 91% copper and 9% aluminum. This makes it stand out from other coins of its time, which were often made of pure copper or silver. The use of aluminum bronze was a deliberate choice to reduce the cost of production, as aluminum was a cheaper metal than copper or silver. Despite this cost-saving measure, the coin still maintains its value and collectibility, especially among numismatists interested in unique or historically significant coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | 355910 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1928 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kuruş 1926-1928 coin.
