RA - Non-precious commem - 1998 - Armenian Gull

Non-preciuos commem - 5

Denomination: 1,000 dram
Metal: Copper-Nickel
Weight: 28.28g
Diameter: 38.5mm
Mintage: up to 50,000 pcs.
Edge: Reeded
Strike quality: UNC
Obverse: Armenian gull.
Reverse: Coat of Arms.

Issued in 1998, this coin highlights the importance of conserving the Armenian Gull, a bird species primarily found in the Lake Sevan and Lake Arpi basins. These lakes are globally significant as they serve as the main nesting sites for this particular gull species. Faced with environmental challenges, the Armenian Gull has been officially listed in the Armenian Red Book and is under government protection.