Armenia 1000 dram 825 Years of the Codex by Mkhitar Gosh silver coin 2009

Armenia 1000 Dram “825th Anniversary of the Codex of Mkhitar Gosh,” 2009, is a proof silver coin commemorating the monumental legal code created by the Armenian scholar, cleric, and statesman Mkhitar Gosh (1130–1213). His Datastanagirk (Codex) became one of the earliest and most comprehensive law codes in medieval Armenia and influenced both regional and European legal traditions.
On the obverse, the coin features a finely engraved portrait of Mkhitar Gosh in profile, with his characteristic beard and scholarly demeanor. Vertical Armenian inscriptions identify his name, while at the bottom appears the denomination “1000 Dram.” The composition conveys respect for the jurist’s intellectual legacy.
The reverse presents a unique spiral design representing the codex text, arranged in circular motion, evoking the eternal nature of law and wisdom. Armenian script flows concentrically, while the legend around the edge commemorates the 825th anniversary. The minimalist yet symbolic design highlights the manuscript tradition and the continuity of Armenian scholarship.
Struck in sterling silver with proof quality, this coin is part of Armenia’s commemorative issues celebrating national intellectual and cultural milestones. It is both a tribute to one of Armenia’s greatest minds and a collectible of outstanding artistic quality.
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