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1 Kuruş Kestrel
| Issuer | Turkish State Mint (Darphane) |
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| Year | 2021 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Reverse description | Central field depicts a finely detailed effigy of a Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus) perched in profile upon a rocky outcrop, rendered with naturalistic feather detailing. The bird faces to the right and is shown in a resting posture. The upper legend 'ANADOLU'YA ÖZGÜ KUŞLAR' (Birds Endemic to Anatolia) arcs along the outer rim above the central device, while the species name 'KIZIL KERKENEZ' is inscribed along the lower rim. The design is part of a series celebrating native Anatolian bird species. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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Part of Turkey's "Birds of Turkey" wildlife series launched in the 2010s, this kuruş denomination had long ceased to function as everyday currency by 2021 — inflation had rendered fractional kuruş coins economically meaningless in circulation. The Darphane continued striking them primarily for collectors and complete set sales.
The common kestrel (*Falco tinnunculus*) is one of the most widespread raptors across Anatolia.