Dragon Carpet - 1,000 dram 2018 gilt
Identifier
Modern Silver Commemorative - 217
Reference Description
The key image in the composition for Dragon carpets is a stylized geometric sign of a dragon consisting of Տ-shaped symmetric patterns. The pairs of dragons differ from one another by dark and light colors and are presented in mirror reflection. Between the pairs of the dragons is the tree of life decorated with hooked tips. The floral patterns are united by wide bands forming the angles.
The border of this carpet is decorated with the chains of floral and geometric patterns.
The Dragon Carpet woven in the 17th century in Artsakh region is kept in the History Museum of Armenia (HMA collection № 11699-10).
Obverse: the coat of arms of the Republic of Armenia and an ornament of Floral-Cross Carpet, 15th century, Vaspurakan region.
Reverse: the Dragon Carpet, the 17th century, Artsakh region.
The border of this carpet is decorated with the chains of floral and geometric patterns.
The Dragon Carpet woven in the 17th century in Artsakh region is kept in the History Museum of Armenia (HMA collection № 11699-10).
Obverse: the coat of arms of the Republic of Armenia and an ornament of Floral-Cross Carpet, 15th century, Vaspurakan region.
Reverse: the Dragon Carpet, the 17th century, Artsakh region.
Specifications
Denomination: 1,000 dram
Metal: Silver 925
Weight: 33.6g
Diameter: 32.5x48mm
Mintage: up to 250 pcs.
Edge: Plain
Strike quality: Proof
Metal: Silver 925
Weight: 33.6g
Diameter: 32.5x48mm
Mintage: up to 250 pcs.
Edge: Plain
Strike quality: Proof
Files
Collection
Citation
“Dragon Carpet - 1,000 dram 2018 gilt,” Armenian Numismatic Research Organization, accessed November 16, 2024, https://armnumres.org/items/show/1175.