Paruyr Sevak’s Call to National Strength and Unity Medal, Gilt

ANRO-1759

Obverse: Depicts two clasped hands symbolizing unity, set against the backdrop of iconic Armenian landmarks, including Sardarapat Memorial and Echmiadzin Cathedral. The inscription reads, "ՈՎ ՀԱՅ ԺՈՂՈՎՈՒՐԴ ՔՈ ՄԻԱԿ ՓՐԿՈՒԹԻՒՆԸ ՔՈ ՀԱԻԱՔԱԿԱՆ ՈՒԺԻ ՄԵՁ Է" ("Oh Armenian People, Your Only Salvation Lies in Your National Strength").

Reverse: Encircled by a laurel wreath, the reverse features an inscription from Paruyr Sevak, "ԿԱՆՔ ՊԻՏԻ ԼԻՆԵՆՔ ԵՒ ԴԵՌ ՇԱՏԱՆԱՆՔ" ("We Must Stand Firm and Multiply"), emphasizing perseverance and growth as essential to the Armenian spirit.

Specifications: 31.5x28.5mm, 8.75g
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Paruyr Sevak (1924–1971) was a renowned Armenian poet, essayist, and literary critic, celebrated for his deeply nationalist and philosophical works. He was a vocal advocate for Armenian unity and cultural preservation, often addressing themes of resilience and collective strength in his poetry. The quote on the obverse encapsulates his belief in the self-reliance of the Armenian nation, while the reverse reflects his vision of enduring perseverance and flourishing as a people. Sevak’s work continues to inspire Armenians, emphasizing the power of cultural identity and national solidarity.