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Information on the Armenian Noah's Ark Silver Coin Series |
| The Armenian Noah's Ark Silver Coin, launched in 2011 and minted by the Leipziger Edelmetallverarbeitung in Germany, features 99.9% pure silver and showcases the biblical scene of Noah's Ark with Mount Ararat in the background. This coin is popular among collectors and investors for its religious and cultural symbolism, coupled with its artistic depiction that changes subtly each year. |
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Coin Name: The Armenian Noah's Ark Silver Coin |
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Minted By: Leipziger Edelmetallverarbeitung GmbH, Germany, under the authority of the Central Bank of Armenia |
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First Released in: 2011 |
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Legal Tender Value: The 1 Ounce Coin has a legal tender value of 500 Armenian Dram |
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Sizes Available: 1 Ounce, 2 Ounce, 5 Ounce, 10 Ounce, 1 Kilogram, ¼ Ounce, ½ Ounce |
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Annual Mintage: The annual mintage of the Armenian Noah's Ark Silver Coin varies depending on demand and production strategies. The mints generally do not release specific mintage numbers, but the series is known for its accessibility and popularity among diverse audiences. |
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Coin Dimensions and Specification: The Armenian Noah's Ark Silver Coin is minted from 99.9% pure silver. This coin is primarily available in 1 troy ounce (31.1 grams) with a diameter of 38.6 mm, but it is also issued in a variety of weights ranging from 1/4 ounce up to 5 kilograms, catering to different collector and investor needs. It features a smooth edge, distinguishing it from the more common reeded edges of other bullion coins. |
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Coin Design: Obverse: The obverse displays the coat of arms of the Republic of Armenia along with the face value, weight, purity, and year of issue. It also features the words “Republic of Armenia” in both Armenian and English. Reverse: The reverse design is inspired by the biblical tale of Noah’s Ark. It prominently features a depiction of Noah's Ark floating on the flood waters with Mount Ararat in the background, under a dove carrying an olive branch. This imagery not only holds significant cultural importance for Armenia but also appeals broadly to global collectors. |
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Other Coins in the Series: The Noah's Ark series focuses exclusively on gold and silver coins featuring this iconic biblical scene, with the offerings in various sizes from fractional ounces to several kilograms. Each size maintains the same design, allowing collectors and investors various entry points in terms of budget and interests. |
