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Turkey 100 Lira Definitive Stamp (1981 Series)
common1945-1980

Turkey 100 Lira Definitive Stamp (1981 Series)

Turkey · 1980 · 100 L

This definitive stamp features an illustration of the Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture designed by Mimar Sinan. The design highlights the mosque's grand dome and slender minarets against a stylized background. It was part of a long-running definitive series showcasing significant Turkish landmarks and culture.

Issued in the early 1980s, this stamp was part of a series used for everyday postage during a period of economic and political transition in Turkey following the 1980 military coup.

Printing Method

Offset

Catalog Numbers

sg2881
scott2168
michel2625

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.