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50 Lira Republic
1973 year| Silver (.900) | 13 g | 30.2 mm |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1973 |
| Value | 50 Lira (50 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 30.2 mm |
| Thickness | 2.65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#14234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Cascading star within flower (made of five crescents) at upper right of inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ İLELEBET PAYİDAR KALACAKTIR
Translation:
Republic of Türkiye will last forever.
(Quote from Mustafa Kemal Atatürk)
Engraver: İ. Avni Kumuk
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1973 Turkish 50 Lira coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first President of Turkey, while the reverse side features an image of the famous Trojan Horse, which is a symbol of Turkish history and mythology. The coin's design was created by the renowned Turkish artist, Hulusi Kocamış, and it is considered a work of art in its own right.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 68730 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lira (Republic) 1973 coin.
