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5 Kuruş

Issuer Turkish State Mint
Year 1949-1957
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Value 5 Kuruş (0.05 TRL)
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Obverse description The obverse features the star and crescent, the national emblem of Turkey, prominently displayed in the center of the field. The crescent opens to the right, with a five-pointed star to its left. The circular legend 'TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ' (Republic of Turkey) runs along the upper periphery in raised Latin lettering, while the date of issue appears in the lower exergual area. The coin's border is decorated with a continuous ring of reeded denticles.
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Reverse description The reverse displays the large numeral '5' in the upper center of the field, with the denomination 'KURUŞ' inscribed in raised letters directly below. The central design is framed by a wreath of oak or laurel branches, tied at the base with a ribbon bow, encircling the denomination. A continuous ring of denticles runs along the outer border, consistent with the obverse design.
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Reverse lettering 5 KURUŞ
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