Turkey 100 YTL UNC banknote 2005

Turkey 100 New Lira Banknote 2005 – XF Pick #221

Product Description

This Turkey 100 New Lira banknote (Pick #221) was issued by the Central Bank of Turkey on 1 January 2005 as part of the short-lived “New Lira” series (2005–2019). It was officially demonetized on 31 December 2019 and is no longer legal tender. The note is offered in Extremely Fine (XF) condition, with minimal wear and excellent crispness. Each note features iconic Turkish cultural and historical motifs, making it a valuable addition to any collection. For authoritative details, see the Numista catalog entry.

The design honors Turkey’s founding leader and its architectural heritage. Specifically, the obverse displays a dignified portrait of **Mustafa Kemal Atatürk**, engraved by **Şükrü Ertürk**, with clear Latin script lettering. Meanwhile, the reverse features the magnificent **İshakpaşa Palace** in Doğubeyazıt—a stunning 18th-century Ottoman-era complex blending Persian, Seljuk, and Ottoman styles. Because this palace symbolizes Turkey’s eastern cultural richness, the note offers a compelling contrast to more commonly seen landmarks.

Key Features:

• Denomination: 100 New Lira (100 TRY)
• Pick Number: 221
• Year of Issue: 2005
• Demonetized: 31 December 2019
• Condition: Extremely Fine (XF) – minimal wear, clean, bright appearance, excellent crispness; may show very light handling but no folds, tears, or stains
• Size: 158 × 81 mm
• Material: Cotton paper
• Watermark: Mustafa Kemal Atatürk + electrotype “100”
• Series: E8 Emission Group
• Engraver (Obverse): Şükrü Ertürk

Why Add This Turkey 100 New Lira Banknote to Your Collection?

This banknote captures a key moment in Turkey’s monetary transition—the introduction of the “New Lira” to replace astronomically high Old Lira denominations. Furthermore, its depiction of İshakpaşa Palace makes it one of the few Turkish notes to highlight eastern Anatolian heritage. Excellent Condition: Extremely Fine (XF) condition ensures minimal wear and a clean, bright appearance. For this reason, it’s ideal for collectors of **Ottoman architecture**, **transitional currencies**, or **regional Turkish symbolism**. Pair it with our Turkey 200 Lira UNC banknote or explore all variants in our Turkish Lira category.

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This is a well-preserved example of the 2005 100 New Lira note in Extremely Fine condition—featuring Atatürk and the historic İshakpaşa Palace. As a demonetized transitional note with unique architectural imagery, it adds depth and diversity to any world currency collection. Place your order now for secure, insured delivery.