1998 - 40th Anniversary of Shirak Soccer Team Leninakan / Gyumri

Identifier

ANRO-1458

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Specifications: 48mm
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This 1958-1998 medal commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Shirak soccer team, based in Leninakan, which was later renamed Gyumri after the devastating earthquake of 1988. The team was founded in 1958 and has since become an integral part of the local sports culture. Over the years, Shirak has participated in numerous national and international competitions, earning a reputation for their spirited play and tenacity.

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1458 1998 - 40th Anniversary of Shirak Soccer Team Leninakan : Gyumri.jpg

Collection

Citation

“1998 - 40th Anniversary of Shirak Soccer Team Leninakan / Gyumri,” Armenian Numismatic Research Organization, accessed December 27, 2024, https://armnumres.org/index.php/items/show/1458.