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10 000 Dram Armenian Alphabet
2002 year| Gold | 8.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Armenia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 10 000 Dram 10 000 AMD = USD 26 |
| Currency | Dram (1993-date) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#174622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Upper body of linguist Mesrop Mashtots in front of the museum Matenadaran in the capital Yerevan.
Script: Armenian
Lettering:
1600
ԱՄՅԱԿ
ՀԱՅՈՑ ԳՐԵՐԻ ԳՅՈԻՏԻ
1600TH ANNIVERSARY OF ARMENIAN ALPHABET
Translation: Hayots' Greri Gyoiti (Armenian alphabet)
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
The 10,000 Dram Armenian Alphabet coin is a unique and interesting coin, as it features the entire Armenian alphabet on its reverse side. This coin was issued in 2002 to commemorate the 1,600th anniversary of the invention of the Armenian alphabet, which was created by Saint Mesrop Mashtots in 405 AD. The coin's design showcases the 36 letters of the Armenian alphabet, arranged in a circular pattern, with the first letter (Ա) at the top and the last letter (Ք) at the bottom. This coin is not only a beautiful piece of numismatic art, but it also serves as a tribute to the rich cultural heritage and history of Armenia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 000 Dram (Armenian Alphabet) 2002 coin.
