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Armenia Banknote Set 1993 UNC
Armenia Banknote Set 1993 UNC
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Hold a monumental piece of post-Soviet history in your hands. This pristine, uncirculated 2-piece Armenian banknote set captures the raw emotion, pride, and resilience of a nation rebuilding its identity from the ground up. Issued in 1993 following the collapse of the Soviet Union, these notes represent the very first series of the modern Armenian Dram. For history buffs and numismatists alike, this set is a tangible connection to the dawn of a new republic, preserved perfectly in flawless, crisp condition.
Whether you are expanding your global collection or searching for a unique, deeply historical gift, these banknotes evoke the timeless spirit of ancient heritage meeting a newborn sovereignty.
📦 Included Banknotes
- 10 Dram 1993 P-33a
- 25 Dram 1993 P-34a
📜 History & Significance
Introduced on November 22, 1993, this inaugural series officially replaced the Soviet Ruble. It marked Armenia's true financial independence. Printed during a period of massive economic transition, these low-denomination paper notes were only used for a short time before inflation turned them into coins, making high-quality paper survivors incredibly scarce and highly sought after by world currency collectors.
🔍 Technical Features
- Country: Armenia
- Issuing Authority: Central Bank of Armenia (Հայաստանի Հանրապետության կենտրոնական բանկ)
- Type: Standard circulation banknotes
- Currency: Dram (AMD)
- Material: Premium banknote paper
- Dimensions: 125 × 62 mm
- Watermark: Crude outline of the Coat of Arms of Armenia
- Printer: Giesecke & Devrient, Germany
🎨 Design Details
- 10 Dram Note: Features a striking deep brown, light blue, and pale orange palette. The front showcases the iconic Yerevan Railway Station alongside the legendary equestrian statue of folk hero David of Sassoun. The reverse features a breathtaking depiction of the sacred Mount Ararat.
- 25 Dram Note: Features a majestic blue, yellow, and orange design. The front displays a historic cuneiform tablet and a royal lion frieze from the ancient Erebuni Castle. The reverse exhibits a beautiful traditional arched stone ornament.
Condition Description
Grade: Choice Uncirculated (UNC)
Details: Pristine, bright, and completely uncirculated. No folds, creases, tears, or pinholes. Sharp corners and full original paper crispness. Please note: Serial numbers will vary from the stock photo, but all notes are guaranteed to be in identical top-tier UNC quality.
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CONDITION GUIDE
Gem Uncirculated
A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.
About Uncirculated
A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.
Extra Fine
A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.
Very Fine
A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes.
Fine
A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.
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