| Coin Type | Silver Content (ASW) | Melt Value |
|---|---|---|
| Ottoman 5 Kurush (19th c., avg) | 0.120 ozt | |
| Ottoman 10 Kurush (19th c., avg) | 0.240 ozt | |
| Ottoman 20 Kurush (19th c., avg) | 0.480 ozt | |
| Ottoman Mecidiye 5 Kurush | 0.115 ozt | |
| Ottoman Mecidiye 20 Kurush | 0.460 ozt | |
| Turkey 50 Kurus (1923–1947) | 0.154 ozt | |
| Turkey 1 Lira (1937–1941, .830) | 0.320 ozt | |
| Turkey 1 Lira (1947–1948, .600) | 0.232 ozt |
*Ottoman silver content varies widely by ruler, mint, debasement, and wear. Values shown are conservative bullion-grade averages suitable for melt estimation only.