1991 TURKEY 1000 LIRA COPPER-NICKEL KM 997

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Lot number	331h
Auction	Sept 10 2026 GOLD SILVER BULLION COINS KNIVES CARDS
Date	September 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
Location	Coralville, Iowa

1991 TURKEY 1000 LIRA COPPER-NICKEL KM 997 1991 Turkey 1000 Lira Copper-Nickel KM 997 Uncirculated Coin This 1991 Turkey 1000 Lira coin is a striking example of Turkish numismatics, cataloged as KM 997. Struck in a durable copper-nickel composition, the obverse features the refined profile of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founding father of the Republic of Turkey, surrounded by the inscription Turkiye Cumhuriyeti. The reverse displays the denomination of 1000 Lira and the date 1991, framed by stylized ears of wheat and the iconic crescent and star symbol. This specific uncirculated coin is housed in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip, preserving its original luster and sharp design details. A significant piece of modern Turkish history, this copper-nickel issue is a must-have for collectors of world currency and Middle Eastern coinage. 1991 TURKEY 1000 LIRA COPPER-NICKEL KM 997 Condition: This coin appears to be in circulated condition, showing moderate surface wear and scattered contact marks consistent with age and use. The details of the portrait of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on the obverse and the denomination on the reverse remain clearly legible, though the high points exhibit some smoothing. This business strike was minted at the Turkish State Mint and is composed of copper-nickel. Historically, this 1000 Lira piece represents a period of high inflation in Turkey during the early 1990s, which necessitated the issuance of high-denomination coinage for daily transactions. The grading is not professionally certified, but the item retains a full rim and clear legends. Turkish coin, 1000 Lira, 1991, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, numismatics, coin collecting, currency, Republic of Turkey, vintage money, coin holder, obverse, reverse, Turkish Lira, metal coin, collectible Turkey 1991 coin, 1000 Lira Turkey, Turkish numismatics, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk coin, 1000 Lira 1991, collectible Turkish coins, vintage Turkish currency, KM 997 coin, Turkiye Cumhuriyeti coin, world coin collecting IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling,

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