5 Kuruş 1975-1977 front 5 Kuruş 1975-1977 back
5 Kuruş 1975-1977 photo
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5 Kuruş

 
Aluminium (99.5% Aluminium, 0.4% Iron, 0.1% Other) 0.90 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1975-1977
Value
5 Kuruş (0.05&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Aluminium (99.5% Aluminium, 0.4% Iron, 0.1% Other)
Weight
0.90 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1989
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#7086
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Oak
branch divides value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1975
5 KURUŞ

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Kuruş coin from Turkey, made of aluminum, was introduced in 1975 and was in circulation until 1977. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features the country's national emblem, the Ankara Kalesi (Ankara Castle), which was built in the 7th century and has been a symbol of Turkish culture and history for centuries.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975  1560000 - - - - - -
1976  1026000 - - - - - -
1977  488000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kuruş 1975-1977 coin.