Afternoon everyone....
What a gorgeous day it is here in the Northeast today. Bright sunshine, with nice spring weather. The birds are chirping like crazy. It’s currently 61 degrees and beautiful out.
While the markets seem to have stabilized for the moment anyway. Let’s show off a world coin not to many stackers probably have. Some might not have even seen this before.
While it is by no means a numismatic piece, they do fall into the semi numismatic category. It’s a Noah’s Arc from Armenia. This is a 2014 version, but the designs do not change.
Coin Info:
Since 2011, the Armenian Silver Noah’s Ark Coin collection has been captivating collectors and investors alike with its dynamic portrayal of the famed biblical epic. Now, the Geiger Edelmetalle Mint is pleased to present the fourth installment to its exclusive collection, the 1 oz Armenian Silver Noah’s Ark Coin. Each coin has been struck in 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver and holds a face value of 500 dram.
Coin Highlights:
Contains 1 oz of .999 pure silver.
Minted at the Geiger Edelmetalle in Germany.
Features the famous Noah’s Ark design.
Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Depicted on the obverse of the coin is the story’s most pivotal moment: the calm after the storm. It features a dove flying towards the ark to deliver an olive branch as a sign of land. Behind it sits the ark, gently bobbing up and down along the flood currents. In the distant horizon stands Mt. Ararat with rays of the sunlight beaming down upon it. From the peaceful rendering of the gentle waves to the beams of sunlight illuminating the sky, every detail and compositional element in this scene seems to evoke a sense of hope and serenity. Inscribed on along the border of this picturesque scene are the words “Noah’s Ark,” in both English and Armenian.
The reverse side of the coin is proudly emblazoned with the Armenian Coat of Arms. This emblematic crest depicts an eagle and a lion displaying a large shield. Featured underneath the shield are a sword, a chain, a stalk of wheat, a feather and a ribbon. These objects symbolize not only the many trials that the Armenian people have had to face, but also the inspiring beliefs that allowed them to overcome such struggles. Printed on the reverse side’s border is the title “Republic of Armenia” in both English and Armenian. Also appearing on the reverse side are the coin’s purity, weight, denomination and mintage year.