RA Gold - 2011 - 1,000 dram - Artashat: 2200th Anniversary of Founding

RA Gold - 2011 - 1,000 dram - Artashat: 2200th Anniversary of Founding

Identifier

RA Gold Commemorative - 42

Reference Description

Obverse: An ancient coin at its center, accompanied by the head of Tyche facing right.

Reverse: An ancient coin at its center, with a figure standing.

Specifications

Denomination: 1,000 dram
Metal: Gold 585
Weight: 15.6g
Diameter: 26mm
Mintage: 1,000 pcs.
Edge: Plain
Strike quality: BU
Designers: Eduard Kurghinyan
Mint: Royal Dutch Mint

Notes

Artashat, the fourth capital of Armenia, was founded by King Artashes A in the Ararat Valley at the confluence of the Eraskh and Metsamor rivers. During its peak, the city spanned nearly 3,000 hectares and had a population exceeding 150,000. Known for its international trade and Hellenistic culture, Artashat was a significant center in ancient Armenia. The city was home to the Artashat Mint, where coins of the Artashesyan Dynasty were struck. Artifacts such as the marble statue of Goddess Astghik and numerous clay statues have been discovered in Artashat, attesting to its rich cultural heritage.

Files

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Collection

Citation

“RA Gold - 2011 - 1,000 dram - Artashat: 2200th Anniversary of Founding,” Armenian Numismatic Research Organization, accessed March 29, 2024, http://armnumres.org/items/show/406.