Catalogo
| Emittente | Abkhazia |
|---|---|
| Anno | 2009 |
| Tipo | Non-circulating coin |
| Valore | 25 Apsars |
| Valuta | Apsar |
| Composizione | Gold (.999) |
| Peso | 7.8 g |
| Diametro | 22.6 mm |
| Spessore | 1.6 mm |
| Forma | Round |
| Tecnica | Milled |
| Orientamento | |
| Incisore/i | Gablia R.T.; sculptor Erokhin V.M |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i |
| Descrizione del dritto | In the central part of the coin - the State Emblem of the Republic of Abkhazia. The semicircular inscription in Abkhaz above the State Emblem indicates the denomination of the coin 25 apsars. Under the State Emblem - the inscription in Abkhaz “Аҧсны Абанк (The Bank of Abkhazia). In the lower left part of the coin - the mint trade mark, in the lower central part – the year of mintage `2009`, in the lower right part - the indication of the metal sign in accordance with the D.I.Mendeleyev Periodic System of Elements, the fineness and the chemically pure metal content. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Cyrillic, Latin |
| Legenda del dritto |
ҨАЖӘИ ХӘБА ҦСАР АҦСНЫ АБАНК ММД 2009 Au 999 7,8 (Translation: 25 Apsars The Bank of Abkhazia MMD) |
| Descrizione del rovescio | The picture of nart on a horseback, under it – the inscription in Abkhaz `Нарҭ` (Nart). |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Cyrillic |
| Legenda del rovescio |
· НАРҬ · (Translation: Nart) |
| Bordo | Reeded |
| Zecca |
(ММД) Moscow Mint (Московский монетный двор), Russia (?-date) |
| Tiratura |
2009 ММД - - 1 000 |
| ID Numisquare | 3860592000 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: Issued by Abkhazia in 2009 during the presidency of Sergei Bagapsh, this 25 Apsars coin is part of a series celebrating the Nart sagas. These ancient epic tales, deeply embedded in North Caucasian cultures, serve as a foundational element of Abkhazian national identity and cultural heritage. The coin's issuance underscores Abkhazia's assertion of sovereignty and its commitment to preserving and promoting its unique cultural narrative on an international stage through numismatic representation.
Artistry: While the specific engraver remains uncredited, the design adheres to a modern commemorative stylistic school, blending traditional mythological themes with contemporary numismatic precision. The obverse likely features a heroic figure from the Nart sagas, such as Sasrykva, rendered with dynamic posture and intricate detailing, embodying the epic's valor. The reverse typically displays the national emblem of Abkhazia, encircled by inscriptions denoting the denomination and issuing authority, executed with crisp, legible lettering.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine gold with a weight of 7.8 grams and a diameter of 22.6 millimeters, this coin exhibits superior technical qualities typical of modern bullion issues. Key high-points for grading would include the raised elements of the Nart hero's musculature or facial features on the obverse, and the fine details of the national emblem on the reverse. A strong strike ensures sharp definition, often presenting frosted devices against mirror-like fields, indicative of a proof or proof-like finish, with pristine rims and fields crucial for top-tier preservation.