Turkish Gold Quarter Kurus (Ziynet Altini)

Turkey (Republic of Turkey, Istanbul Mint) · Modern Republic series (issued continuously with updated accession/mint years)

A small gold bullion coin commonly mounted as jewelry, featuring the portrait of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on the obverse and Turkish calligraphy with the issuing year on the reverse.

Country: Turkey (Republic of Turkey, Istanbul Mint)
Year: Modern Republic series (issued continuously with updated accession/mint years)
Denomination: Quarter Kurus / Ziynet
Metal: 0.916 Gold (22 Karat)
Grade: Uncirculated / Mint State (modified with a soldered jewelry loop/mount)

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Overview

A small gold bullion coin commonly mounted as jewelry, featuring the portrait of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on the obverse and Turkish calligraphy with the issuing year on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued by the Turkish State Mint, these gold coins are traditionally used as gifts for weddings, circumcisions, and other celebrations, acting as a popular store of value and medium for private gold investment in Turkey.

Obverse (front)

Features the left-facing profile portrait of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, surrounded by a decorative border of stars or floral motifs.

Reverse (back)

Displays traditional Turkish calligraphy detailing the authority and the mint year, enclosed within an ornate circular wreath or geometric pattern.

Estimated value

Varies directly with the daily spot price of gold plus a small numismatic/jewelry premium, roughly $50-$100 depending on weight (Quarter Ziynet vs. Lira series).

What drives this coin's value

Melt value of the gold content, presence of jewelry mountings which may reduce numismatic value, and overall surface preservation.

Grade assessment

Uncirculated / Mint State (modified with a soldered jewelry loop/mount)

Mintage & rarity

Common; minted in large quantities annually based on public demand for gold bullion and ceremonial gifts.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for correct weight, diameter, and gold purity using non-destructive testing (such as a Sigma Metalytics machine or specific gravity test). Watch for gold-plated base metal counterfeits.

Notable varieties & errors

Various dated issues from the Republic era; jewelry-mounted versions are very common.

Similar coins

Turkish Half Kurus, Full Ziynet Lira, and Resat gold coins

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive cloths. Because it is mounted as jewelry, inspect the bezel or soldered loop periodically to ensure the mounting is secure without damaging the coin's edge.

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