500 Dram (Bagratourni Dynasty)
Armenia • 500 Dram • Silver (.999) • 1995
- Denomination
- 500 Dram
- Issuer
- Armenia
- Struck
- 1995
- Composition
- Silver (.999)
- Currency
- Dram
- Weight
- 155.52 g
- Diameter
- 63 mm
- Catalog refs
- KM 73 · Schön 18
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Where it came from
The 500 Dram coin was minted in 1995 as part of a commemorative series celebrating the cultural and historical legacy of Armenia following the nation's transition to independence. This specific issue focuses on the Bagratid or Bagratuni dynasty, the medieval royal house that played a pivotal role in the restoration of the Armenian kingdom in the 9th century. The coin was produced as a legal tender commemorative to honor this era of political autonomy and architectural flourishing.
The design of the coin reflects the numismatic traditions of newly sovereign states in the 1990s, blending historical iconography with modern minting standards. It serves as a tangible link to the Bagratuni legacy, emphasizing the continuity of Armenian identity through a period of regional volatility. Within the collector community, these pieces are appreciated for their historical thematic depth and their role in documenting the early years of the modern Armenian central bank's issuing program.
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