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Istanbul's strategic location is reflected in its numismatic collection spanning Greek colonies, Roman provincial issues, Byzantine solidi, and Ottoman sultanic coinage. The collection includes rare Lydian electrum staters from humanity's first coins and comprehensive Byzantine gold coinage. The museum provides unparalleled perspective on how currency evolved at the crossroads of continents.
Vast collection of Byzantine, Ottoman, and ancient Anatolian coins representing the crossroads of Eastern and Western numismatic traditions.
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