© Bank of Abkhazia
© Bank of Abkhazia
1 Apsar The Dormition Cathedral of Dranda
2016 year| Brass plated steel | 5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Abkhazia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 1 Apsar |
| Currency | Apsar |
| Composition | Brass plated steel |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
In the central part of the coin- the image of the Dormition Cathedral of Dranda, to the left – the picture of the cathedral builder the Byzantine Emperor - Great Justinian, to the right – the picture of the Dranda cross, in the upper central part of the coin - the semicircular inscription in abkhazian «Нанҳәа иазку Дранда-ныха» (The Dormition Cathedral of Dranda). The inscription under the image of the Cathedral indicates the date of the building.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: НАНҲӘА ИАЗКУ ДРАНДА-НЫХА
Translation: The Dormition Cathedral of Dranda
Edge
Reeded
Comment
According to the Roman historian Procopius of Caesarea, in 551 emperor Justinian I built a temple in these environs, this is believed by some to have been what is now the cathedral in Dranda. In the Georgian Orthodox Catholicate of Abkhazia, Dranda was the seat of a Bishop.Interesting fact
The Dormition Cathedral of Dranda, which is featured on the coin, is a significant religious site in Abkhazia and is considered one of the most important examples of medieval Abkhazian architecture. It was built in the 10th century and has been well-preserved, with its unique stone carvings and frescoes still visible today. The cathedral is a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of Abkhazia and is a popular tourist destination.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 ММД | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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