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50 Türk Lirasi European Capital Of Culture
| Issuer | Turkey |
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| Year | 2010 |
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| Value | 50 Lira |
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| Obverse description | Central field displays the official Istanbul 2010 European Capital of Culture logo, depicting two stylized arches enclosing the inscription 'Istanbul 2010' in bold relief. Below the logo, the legend 'AVRUPA KÜLTÜR BAŞKENTİ' appears in three lines, followed by 'EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE' in smaller lettering. The peripheral legend 'TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ' curves along the upper rim, flanked on each side by a star-and-crescent device. The denomination '50 TÜRK LİRASI' and date '2010' are inscribed along the lower arc, separated by a star-and-crescent symbol at centre base. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a detailed panoramic skyline of Istanbul as viewed from the Bosphorus, featuring prominent landmarks including mosques with minarets, the Haydarpasa railway station, domed structures, the Galata Tower, and an obelisk at right. The foreground depicts the waters of the strait with small boats rendered in fine relief. Above the cityscape, an intricate geometric lattice pattern — evocative of traditional Islamic tilework — fills the upper field, with stylized aircraft suggesting Istanbul's cosmopolitan character. The arc legend 'AVRUPA KÜLTÜR BAŞKENTİ' curves along the upper rim within the geometric design. |
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| Mint | Turkish State Mint |
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