100 Dram (Book of Sadness) 2002 front 100 Dram (Book of Sadness) 2002 back
100 Dram (Book of Sadness) 2002 photo
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100 Dram Book of Sadness

2002 year
Silver (.925) 31.1 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Armenia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
100 Dram 100 AMD = USD 0.26
Currency
Dram (1993-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#30583
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Gregory of Narek holding the Book of Sadness

Script: Armenian

Lettering: ԳՐԻԳՈՐ ՆԱՐԵԿԱՑԻ. ՄԱՏՅԱՆ ՈՂԲԵՐԳՈՒԹՅԱՆ

Translation:
Gregory of Narek
Book of Tragedy

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 100 Dram (Book of Sadness) coin from Armenia features a unique design that represents the country's history and culture. The coin's obverse side depicts a scene from the Book of Lamentations, a biblical text that speaks of the destruction of Jerusalem and the suffering of its people. The reverse side features a portrait of an Armenian king, highlighting the country's rich history and heritage. This coin is not only a beautiful piece of art, but it also serves as a symbol of Armenia's resilience and strength in the face of adversity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2002  500 - - - - - -

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