Turkey Silver Coin Melt Values - Live Calculator
The table below lists each denomination and computes live melt value from the current silver spot price of $66.33 per troy ounce.
| Coin | Face Value | Years | Fineness | Gross Weight (g) | ASW (g) | ASW (oz t) | Qty | Melt Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lira | 1 | 1937 - 1939 | 0.83 | 12 | 9.96 | 0.3202 | $0.00 | |
| Lira | 1 | 1940 - 1941 | 0.833 | 12 | 10 | 0.3214 | $0.00 | |
| Lira | 10 | 1960 | 0.83 | 15 | 12.45 | 0.4003 | $0.00 | |
| Kurus | 100 | 1934 | 0.83 | 12 | 9.96 | 0.3202 | $0.00 | |
| Kurus | 25 | 1935 - 1937 | 0.83 | 3 | 2.49 | 0.0801 | $0.00 | |
| Kurus | 50 | 1935 - 1937 | 0.835 | 6 | 5.01 | 0.1611 | $0.00 | |
| Kurus | 50 | 1947 - 1951 | 0.6 | 4 | 2.4 | 0.0772 | $0.00 | |
| Grand Total | $0.00 | |||||||
Country Silver Coin History
Introduction
The history of silver coins in Turkey is rich and diverse, reflecting the country's long and complex history. From ancient times through the Ottoman Empire and into the modern Republic of Turkey, silver coins have been an essential part of the economy and culture.
Ancient Period
In ancient times, the region that is now Turkey was home to several civilizations, including the Hittites, Phrygians, and Lydians. The Lydians are particularly notable for being among the first to use coinage. Around 600 BC, they started minting coins made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. These coins were among the first standardized currency in the world.
Roman and Byzantine Period
Following the conquest of Anatolia by Alexander the Great, the region eventually became part of the Roman Empire. The Romans introduced their own coinage system, which included silver denarii. The Byzantine Empire, which succeeded the Roman Empire in the East, continued to use silver coins, including the miliaresion, a high-quality silver coin.
Seljuk and Ottoman Period
The Seljuk Turks, who established a state in Anatolia in the 11th century, also minted silver coins. However, it was during the Ottoman Empire (1299-1922) that silver coins played a significant role. The Ottomans minted the akçe, a small silver coin that became the standard currency. Over time, the Ottoman coinage system evolved, and other silver coins such as the kuru? were introduced.
Modern Period
With the establishment of the Republic of Turkey in 1923, the country adopted a new monetary system. The Turkish lira became the official currency, and silver coins continued to be minted, particularly for commemorative purposes. In recent years, the Turkish government has issued various silver coins to commemorate historical events and figures, reflecting the ongoing importance of silver in Turkish numismatics.
