10 Lari 2000th anniversary of the birth of Christ.Copper-nickel
| Issuer | Georgia (1991-date) |
|---|---|
| Year | 2000 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 10 Lari |
| Currency | Lari (1995-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Engraver(s) | Emir Burdjanadze, Tinatin Tevzadze |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#88, Schön#15 |
| Obverse description | Heraldic shield with crosses and the sacred gown of Christ in the center encircled with a marginal legend in Georgian reading 2000 A.D. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering |
ქრისტეშობიდან 2000 წელი (Translation: 2000th anniversary of the birth of Christ) |
| Reverse description | Denomination numeral `10` with Georgian inscription within zero of the `10` and Georgian letters ლ, ა, რ & ი woven into the numeral . Main image surrounded by marginal legend on Georgian. year on the bottom |
| Reverse script | |
| Reverse lettering |
ათი ლ ა რ ი 10 საქართველოს ეროვნული ბანკი 2000 (Translation: TEN L A R I 10 NATIONAL BANK OF GEORGIA 2000) |
| Edge | Reeded with lettering ` GEORGIA ` and ` 10 Lari` and 2 stars |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
2000 - Proof - 2 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1089769670 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: Issued by Georgia in 2000, this 10 Lari copper-nickel coin commemorates the 2000th anniversary of Christ's birth. This period, under President Eduard Shevardnadze (1995-2003), marked post-Soviet nation-building and identity reassertion. For Georgia, an ancient Christian nation (4th century AD state religion), this commemoration held profound cultural and spiritual significance, symbolizing its enduring historical ties to Christianity and unique heritage.
Artistry: Specific engraver attribution for this issue is undocumented. The stylistic approach aligns with contemporary Georgian numismatic design, typically blending traditional ecclesiastical motifs and iconography with modern artistic sensibilities. The reverse likely depicts a symbolic representation of the Nativity or Christ's birth, possibly drawing inspiration from ancient Georgian fresco art or manuscript illumination, rendered with a reverent and dignified aesthetic.
Technical/Grading: As a large (38.61 mm) copper-nickel issue, this coin is susceptible to contact marks and luster breaks. Key high points for assessing wear and strike quality include central design elements on the reverse—figures, drapery, or architectural details of the Nativity scene. On the obverse, examine raised elements of the Georgian coat of arms or intricate details of the denomination/legends for flatness or loss of definition. Fields are prone to hairlines; rim dings are common due to its substantial size.