1991 - 1050th Anniversary of Grigor Narekaci's Birth

ANRO-496; Shkurko-2043

Obverse: ԳՐՒԳՈՐ ՆԱՐԵԿԱՑՒ 951-1003
Reverse: Poem
Specifications: Cast Bronze, 65mm
Artist / Engraver: Romeo Dzhulakyan
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Mintage: 6,000 pcs.
Reference: Soviet Znak-2992a
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The 1991 medal honors Grigor Narekaci, also known as Gregory of Narek, an eminent Armenian theologian, poet, and philosopher who made lasting contributions to Armenian literature and spiritual thought. Born in 951 AD in the village of Narek (present-day Turkey), Grigor Narekaci is best known for his masterpiece, "Narek," or "Book of Lamentations," a collection of 95 prayers that have deeply resonated with generations of Armenians and Christians worldwide. This medal serves as a tribute to Grigor Narekaci's profound impact on Armenian culture and religious heritage, as well as his enduring legacy as one of the most revered figures in the nation's history.