• Obverse: Star and crescent emblem (national symbol), surrounded by the inscription “Türkiye Cumhuriyeti”.

• Reverse: Denomination 50 Kuruş, year 2015, and Ottoman-inspired decorative motifs.

• Composition: Bimetallic (outer ring: brass; center: cupronickel)

• Weight: 6.8 g

• Diameter: 23.85 mm

• Edge: Reeded

• Mint: Turkish State Mint, Istanbul

Historical Insight:
The 50 kurus is one of the key denominations in Turkey’s post-2005 “new lira” coinage, introduced after a major redenomination to combat inflation and restore trust in the national currency. The bimetallic design enhances durability and visual recognition.