13 - Komitas - 10,000 dram 2006

This 10.000 dram-denominated gold coin issued by the Central Bank of Armenia is dedicated to Komitas.
Komitas (Soghomon Soghomonyan, 1869-1935) is the brightest devotee to Armenian musical culture, a founder of national classical composer school. As a Vardapet (archimandrite), he created a choir and performed concerts in many countries. He was one of the pioneers to launch thorough studies of khaz (musical notes). As a member of international music society, Komitas successfully introduced Armenian folk and clerical songs in a number of European cultural centers. The music of Komitas had a noticeable input on the development of music of the East and largely contributed to overall recognition and expansion of the Armenian popular song.
Designed by E. Kurghinyan.
Minted in the Mint of Poland.

Denomination: 10,000 dram
Metal: Gold 999
Weight: 8.60g
Diameter: 22mm
Mintage: 1,000 pcs.
Edge: Reeded
Strike quality: Proof