 
The coin commemorates 90th anniversary of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's arrival to Samsun.
Ataturk stepped ashore at Samsun on May 19th 1919, that day is considered the beginning of the Turkish War of Independance.
19th of May is also celebrated as the Commemoration of Ataturk, Youth and Sports Day. Face Value: 50 Turk Lirası (New Turkish Lira)
Metal: 925 Silver
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Weight: 36 gr.
Proof, with reeded edge
Max. Issue: 3.000
Artist: Nesrin Ekşi SCHNEPF
Released : 18.05.2009
Available on the mint shop until: 18.05.2011
The coin obverse depicts the Atatürk Monument at Samsun - Turkey.
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