1970s Commemorative Medal Celebrating the Town of Hrazdan

Identifier

ANRO-1509

Reference Description

Obverse: The obverse features an abstract and stylized representation of the industrial landscape of Hrazdan, likely highlighting its significance as an industrial town. The design includes a central depiction of the Hrazdan Hydro Power Plant, a key feature of the town's industrial infrastructure. Surrounding the central design are angular, geometric patterns that may symbolize energy and production, framed by a decorative border that resembles energy waves.

Reverse: The reverse of the medal prominently displays the name "HRAZDAN" in both Armenian ("ՀՐԱԶԴԱՆ") and English ("HRAZDAN"). The central focus is on the letters "РA3ДАН."

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This medal, believed to be from the 1970s, celebrates the town of Hrazdan, a significant industrial and cultural hub in Armenia. One side of the medal features the name 'Hrazdan', paying homage to the town's rich history and its establishment as a town in 1959. The other side depicts a mountain range, possibly representing the picturesque landscape surrounding Hrazdan, and a structure that could be one of the town's notable industrial landmarks, such as the Hrazdan Thermal Power Plant or the Hrazdan Hydroelectric Power Plant.

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Citation

“1970s Commemorative Medal Celebrating the Town of Hrazdan,” Armenian Numismatic Research Organization, accessed December 22, 2024, https://armnumres.org/items/show/1509.