Balat - Holy Archangel or Surb Hreshtakapet Church
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MacKenzie-1
Church or Organization Info
Balat is a historic neighborhood in Istanbul, Turkey, located on the European side of the city near the Golden Horn. It was once home to a large Armenian community, and as a result, it contains many significant Armenian cultural and religious landmarks.
One of these landmarks is the Church of the Holy Archangel (also known as Surb Hreshtakapet), which is an Armenian Apostolic church that dates back to the 10th century. It is one of the oldest churches in Istanbul and is known for its unique architecture, including its large dome and intricate stone carvings.
Address: Ayvansaray, Kamış Sk. No:2, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
One of these landmarks is the Church of the Holy Archangel (also known as Surb Hreshtakapet), which is an Armenian Apostolic church that dates back to the 10th century. It is one of the oldest churches in Istanbul and is known for its unique architecture, including its large dome and intricate stone carvings.
Address: Ayvansaray, Kamış Sk. No:2, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Known Tokens
10 paras 1877 (36mm x 51mm)
British Museum (CIB.52917)
Obv. Սուրբ Հրեշտակապետաց Եկեղեցի
British Museum (CIB.52917)
Obv. Սուրբ Հրեշտակապետաց Եկեղեցի
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Collection
Citation
“Balat - Holy Archangel or Surb Hreshtakapet Church,” Armenian Numismatic Research Organization, accessed May 5, 2024, http://armnumres.org/items/show/1370.