Türkiye. 20 lira 2005 (No reserve price)

Turkey – 20 New Turkish Lira 2005 – Desert Monitor (Varanus griseus) – Silver Proof – Only 753 specimens Technical data - Country: Turkey - Year: 2005 - Denomination: 20 New Turkish Lira - Series: Turkish Wildlife – Animals of Turkey - Subject: Desert Monitor – Desert Monitor (Varanus griseus) - Metal: Silver - Silver content: 925/1000 - Weight: 23.33 grams - Diameter: 38.61 mm - Pure silver weight: about 21.58 grams - Quality: Proof - Edition: Only 753 specimens - Mint: Turkish State Mint, Istanbul - Catalog number: KM# 1185 - Numista reference: N# 53584 - Edge: Serrated Description A particularly beautiful and rare Turkish silver commemorative coin of 20 New Turkish Lira from 2005. This coin belongs to the collection series Turkish Wildlife, dedicated to notable and protected animal species of Turkey. The reverse side features a finely detailed desert monitor (Varanus griseus), with the Turkish inscription ÇÖL VARANI. The desert monitor is an impressive reptile species found in dry and desert-like regions of Asia and the Middle East. The obverse shows the denomination of 20 New Turkish Lira, the year 2005, the Turkish crescent and star, and decorative floral motifs. The coin is struck in Proof quality, with matte relief details against mirrored backgrounds. With a Turkish state mint registered edition of only 753 specimens, this is a particularly rare silver collectible coin. Condition The coin visually is in nice collector's condition, with clearly visible details and a fine silver luster. The photos are an integral part of the description and show the exact state of the coin. You will receive exactly the coin shown. An interesting addition for collectors of rare silver world coins, Turkish commemorative coins, and coins featuring animal motifs. Shipping The coin will be carefully and securely packaged and shipped with tracking. judge for yourself from the images Sent by registered mail

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