© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
500 000 Lira Piri Reis
1995 year| Gold (.9166) | 7.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1923-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 500 000 Lira (500 000 TRL) |
| Currency | Old lira (1923-2005) |
| Composition | Gold (.9166) |
| Weight | 7.22 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#378142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sailing ship.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PİRİ REİS 1470-1554
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1995 Piri Reis 500,000 Lira coin from Turkey is a unique piece of numismatic history. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Piri Reis, a famous Turkish admiral and cartographer, on one side, and a map of the New World on the other. This map is based on Piri Reis' own cartographic work and is considered to be one of the earliest and most accurate depictions of the New World at the time. The coin's design serves as a testament to Turkey's rich history and cultural heritage, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 1904 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 000 Lira (Piri Reis) 1995 coin.
