A Turkey 500 Kurus (Gold) contains 1.0633 troy oz of pure gold, worth $4,249.72 at today's spot price.
Turkey struck the 500 Kurus gold coin in 1844–present in 91.66% gold. Each coin weighs 36.08 g and holds 1.0633 troy oz (33.071 g) of pure gold.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 23, 7:10 PM EDT
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Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Specifications
| Years | 1844–present |
|---|---|
| Face value | 500 Kurus |
| Composition | 91.66% gold |
| Gross weight | 36.08 g |
| Fineness | .9166 (91.66%) |
| Pure metal | 1.0633 troy oz (33.071 g) |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure gold in the coin multiplied by the spot price. We use the coin's standard minted weight; worn coins weigh slightly less.
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36.08 g × .9166 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 1.0633 troy oz
1.0633 troy oz × $3,996.90 spot = $4,249.72
Melt value vs. collector value
Melt value is a floor, not a price. Better dates, coins with mint luster and graded coins often sell well above melt; key dates and rare varieties can be worth many times more. Check the date and mint mark before selling a coin for its metal.