Turkey Banknote Value Guide
Analysis of 4,977 eBay listings for Turkish currency.
What you'll usually pay
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๐ In short easy summary
The highest value is found in early 20th-century notes, specifically 1916-1917 issues with a 751% increase over the median. PCGS Currency certification offers the strongest premium at 801% above the market median.
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Price by year
Why? Value increases significantly with age, peaking at 85 for 1916-1917 notes compared to 8.27 for 1970 issues.
Price by circulated/uncirculated
Why? Circulated notes surprisingly command a higher median of 16.63 than Uncirculated notes at 7.95.
Price by certification
Why? Professional grading adds significant value, with PCGS Currency at 89.99 versus Uncertified at 9.17.
Price by grade
Why? High numeric grades drive prices up, with Grade 68 reaching 79.99 compared to Ungraded at 8.91.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a Turkey banknote?
The market median price is 9.99.
How much more do certified notes cost compared to uncertified ones?
PCGS Currency certified notes have a median of 89.99, while uncertified notes have a median of 9.17.
Are newer notes from 1970 more expensive than older ones?
No, 1970 notes have a median of 8.27, whereas 1930 notes have a median of 55.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $2โ$168, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 16, 2026.