5 Lira (small type; crescent to left) 1981 front 5 Lira (small type; crescent to left) 1981 back
5 Lira (small type; crescent to left) 1981 photo
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5 Lira small type; crescent to left

1981 year
Aluminium (Etial 30) 1.7 g 21.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1981
Value
5 Lira (5&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Aluminium (Etial 30)
Weight
1.7 g
Diameter
21.0 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#7887
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Value and date within wreath, crescent moon and star at the top.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
LİRA
1981

Edge

Milled

Comment

There are also some coins with a thickness of 2.6 mm.

Interesting fact

The 5 Lira coin from Turkey, which was minted in 1981, features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins. The crescent symbol on the coin is depicted facing to the left, which is a departure from the traditional depiction of the crescent facing to the right. This design choice was made to symbolize the country's transition towards modernization and secularism.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981  62355000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lira (small type; crescent to left) 1981 coin.