1983 - 100th Anniversary of Kamo's birth

ANRO-486; Shkurko-1476

Obverse: КАМО (С.А. ТЕР-ПЕТРОСЯН) 1882-1922
Reverse: «БЕССМЕННОМУ ЧАСОВОМУ ПРОЛЕТАРСКОЙ РЕВОЛЮЦИИ» ЦК РКП (б)
Specifications: 60mm; Tombac (red brass)
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Reference: Soviet Znak-1540a
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This commemorative piece honors the centennial of Kamo's birth, an influential Armenian figure in the early Soviet revolutionary movement. Born Simon Ter-Petrosian on June 15, 1882, in Gori, Georgia, Kamo was a dedicated Bolshevik and a close associate of Joseph Stalin. His Armenian heritage played a significant role in shaping his political identity, as he actively engaged in revolutionary activities within the region. Notably, Kamo orchestrated clandestine operations, such as the 1907 Tiflis bank robbery, which helped finance the Bolshevik cause. The medal pays tribute to Kamo's unwavering commitment to the revolutionary movement and serves as a testament to the enduring impact of his Armenian roots on his life and legacy.