50th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide (1915–1965)

ANRO-1760

Obverse: A dignified female figure extends a wreath toward a monumental khachkar (Armenian cross-stone) inscribed with "1915," symbolizing remembrance and reverence. The scene is set against a backdrop of mountains and an Armenian church, evoking faith and resilience. The inscription around the edge reads: "ԿՐՈՆՔԻ ԵՒ ՀԱՅՐԵՆԻՔԻ ՆԱՀԱՏԱԿՆԵՐՈՒՆ" ("To the Martyrs of Faith and Homeland").

Reverse: Encircled by a laurel wreath, the reverse bears the phrase "ՏԵՐ ԿԵՑՈ ԴՈՒ ՋՀԱՅՍ" ("Lord, Keep Armenia") and the commemorative years "1915–1965," marking fifty years since the Armenian Genocide.

Specifications: 36x33mm, 14.03g
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Image shown: ANRO collection inv. no.

The 50th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in 1965 marked a pivotal moment in the global recognition of the atrocities committed against Armenians by the Ottoman Empire in 1915. This commemoration served as a rallying cry for justice and the preservation of Armenian identity. The depiction of a khachkar—a sacred cross-stone unique to Armenian heritage—symbolizes the steadfast faith and cultural endurance of the Armenian people. The laurel wreath and inscriptions reflect a solemn homage to the martyrs who perished and the enduring hope for the future of Armenia. In 1965, communities worldwide held memorials and began advocacy efforts to seek recognition for the genocide, laying the foundation for ongoing efforts to preserve historical truth and honor the victims.