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50 Kuruş
| Silver (.600) (Copper .400) | 4 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1947-1948 |
| Value | 50 Kuruş (0.50 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Silver (.600) (Copper .400) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#1330 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Value within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
KURUŞ
Edge
Lettered-Reeded.
Lettering: TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Kuruş coin from Turkey, minted between 1947 and 1948, is that it was made with a unique blend of metals. The coin consists of 60% silver and 40% copper, which is unlike most coins of its time that were typically made of a single metal or a combination of two metals. This distinct blend of metals gives the coin a distinctive look and makes it stand out among other coins from the same era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 9296000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 12704000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Kuruş 1947-1948 coin.