Issuance of a new collector coin of the Republic of Armenia
On September 14, 2026, the Central Bank of Armenia puts into circulation “35th anniversary of the Republic of Armenia” silver collector coin.
Collector coin dedicated to the 35th anniversary of the Republic of Armenia (1991–2026)
September 21, 1991 marks the beginning of the Third Republic in the history of Armenia. During this period, the symbols of Armenian statehood – the flag, coat of arms, and anthem of the Republic of Armenia – were officially adopted. State awards, including honorary titles, orders, and medals, were also established.
The national currency of the Republic of Armenia, the Dram, was introduced into circulation on November 22, 1993.
The establishment of an independent democratic state fostered the renewal and strengthening of national identity, self-awareness, and traditions, while the role of the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church in public life grew significantly. One of the most significant achievements of the independence period has undoubtedly been the creation of a national army, serving as the guarantor and defender of Armenian statehood.
Today, Armenia is a member of the United Nations, the Commonwealth of Independent States, the Council of Europe, the World Trade Organization, the Eurasian Economic Union, and other international organizations.
Obverse: the coat of arms of the Republic of Armenia and an Armenian ornament.
Reverse: the building of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia (architect: M. Grigoryan, 1950), a stylized tricolor flag, the inscription “35th ANNIVERSARY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA” in Armenian, and the words from the national anthem of the Republic of Armenia, Our Motherland – “...Let Armenia be glorious forever” in Armenian (lyrics by M. Nalbandyan, music by B. Kanachyan).
Designer: Eduard Kurghinyan.
The coin is minted at the Lithuanian Mint.
Technical specification
| Face value | 5000 dram |
| Metal/fineness | silver 925 |
| Weight | 168,1 g |
| Diameter | 63,0 mm |
| Quality | proof |
| Edge | even/numbered |
| Quantity of issue | 300 pcs |
| Year of issue | 2026 |