Turkish State Mint releases coin for UNESCO-listed Mahmutbey Mosque
Turkish commemorative coin honoring the Mahmutbey Mosque, one of Turkey's architectural treasures and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Photo via IHA)
The General Directorate of the Mint and Stamp Printing House issued a commemorative coin honoring the historic Mahmutbey Mosque, a wooden structure in Kasaba village, Kastamonu.
Kastamonu Governor Meftun Dalli highlighted the significance of the mosque in a recent social media post, describing it as one of the most valuable works in the region.
Constructed in 1366 without the use of nails, the wooden mosque, located in Kasaba village of Kastamonu, was commissioned by Emir Mahmut Bey, son of Adil Bey of the Candaroğlu dynasty. Its intricate design and the unique “overlap technique” used for its roof have earned it the nickname “nail-free mosque” among locals.
The Mahmutbey Mosque gained UNESCO World Heritage status in 2023, further solidifying its cultural and historical importance. Governor Dalli expressed his gratitude to Abdullah Yasir Sahin, the director of the Turkish Mint, and the staff involved in the production of the commemorative coin.
According to details on the Turkish State Mint’s website, the coin is part of the “Mosques Series” and is limited to 3,000 pieces. Made of 925 sterling silver, the front of the coin features an exterior view of the Mahmutbey Mosque, while the back depicts an intricate section of its decorative patterns.
The coin will be available for purchase on the mint’s website starting Friday, January 17, at a price of 2,250 Turkish lira.
