500 Lira (Republic) 1973 front 500 Lira (Republic) 1973 back
500 Lira (Republic) 1973 photo
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500 Lira Republic

1973 year
Gold (.917) 6 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1973
Value
500 Lira (500&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
6 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#20954
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Cascading star within flower to upper right of inscription

Script: Latin

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1973 Turkish 500 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 Kocan, and it is considered a work of art in its own right.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973  14732 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lira (Republic) 1973 coin.