Seljuk Era tombs with cupolas


The coin is the sixth of the "Cultural Heritage" serie.

Face Value: 40 Yeni Turk Lirasi (New Turkish Lira)
Metal: 925 Silver
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Weight: 31,47 gr.
Proof, with reeded edge
Max. Issue: 5.000
Artist: Tekin Gulbasar
Released : 29.12.2008
Available on the mint shop until: 29.12.2010

Kumbet is a tomb with a conical dome.
The coin depicts Doner Kumbet in Kayseri and Sitte Melik Kumbet in Sivas.

Here's a photo of Doner Kumbet (Revolving Tomb) by Dick Osseman