Category: Revisited Reads
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The Tokatlian Tokens – A Journey Through Constantinople’s Commercial Zenith
Exploring rare metallic tokens issued by Meguerditch Tokatlian, this article details their design, historical context, and significance. These tokens, from the late 19th to early 20th century, reveal insights into Istanbul’s commercial and cultural landscape, particularly the renowned Tokatlian Hotel, highlighting their numismatic and historical value.
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A Recent Bronze Coin Forgery of Tigranes II of Armenia
A bronze coin forgery of Tigranes the Great emerged, raising doubts due to weight discrepancies and design anomalies. Significant issues with the tiara, border, star, and legend indicate it is a modern forgery, lacking the technical details of genuine Artaxiad coins.
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17th Century Armenian Medals – Grigor Geraki and the Medallions of New Julfa
In the 17th and 18th centuries, Armenian medals commissioned by prominent families like Grigor Geraki’s in New Julfa became cherished artifacts. Created in European workshops, these medals depicted intricate symbols and inscriptions, reflecting the Armenian diaspora’s cultural heritage.
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The Nuarsag Treaty Medal
In commemorating the 1500th anniversary of the Treaty of Nuarsag, the Armenian Apostolic Church of America’s Prelacy proposed striking a special medal. Crafted in gold, silver, and bronze, it bears the likeness of Vahan Mamigonian, symbolizing faith and fatherland. Designed by Grigoriy Gevorkian and cast under Puzant Khatchadourian’s supervision, these medals honor Armenia’s enduring struggle…
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Armenian Medallions Produced in America
The first Armenian lettered medallion in the United States was struck in 1944 by the Armenian Benevolent Union of Arabkir. Notable medallions include those commemorating St. Vartan Cathedral’s consecration and the centennial of Komitas’s birth. These medallions, crafted in New York, highlight the rich history of Armenian-American settlements and heritage.
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Biography of Fr. Clement Sibilian
Discover Fr. Clement Sibilian’s profound impact on Armenian numismatics. From organizing monumental expeditions to authoring definitive coin classifications, his relentless dedication not only enriched the Vienna Mekhitarists’ collection but also laid foundational knowledge for future scholars.