Armenia 5000 dram Aghtamar Cathedral Church PR69 PCGS silver coin 1999

The Armenian 5000 dram silver coin of 1999, graded PR69 by PCGS, is dedicated to the Aghtamar Cathedral, one of the most remarkable monuments of medieval Armenian architecture. Built in the 10th century on Aghtamar Island in Lake Van, the cathedral is famed for its detailed stone reliefs depicting biblical scenes and traditional Armenian ornamentation. The reverse of the coin presents the image of the church with its pointed dome and surrounding landscape, accompanied by inscriptions “Christian Armenia,” “Aghtamar,” and the dates “301–2001,” marking the 1700th anniversary of Armenia adopting Christianity as a state religion. The obverse features the national coat of arms of the Republic of Armenia, with eagle and lion holding the heraldic shield, along with the denomination 5000 dram and the year 1999. Struck in proof silver, this coin is not only a masterpiece of numismatic art but also a symbol of Armenia’s spiritual and cultural heritage. A prestigious collectible for connoisseurs of religious and architectural themes.
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