Soft brown and amber tones transform this banknote into a quiet tribute to intellect, discipline, and Armenia’s enduring chess tradition.

Design & Symbolism

Obverse

The obverse is centered around the portrait of Tigran Petrosian, one of Armenia’s most celebrated chess grandmasters, surrounded by fragments of championship chess games and symbolic geometric compositions. A luminous SPARK Live crown security element and refined hybrid security features reinforce the banknote’s modern visual identity while reflecting the strategic precision associated with Petrosian’s legacy.

Reverse

The reverse presents the monument to Tigran Petrosian in Yerevan beside the Chess House, set against a layered cityscape of the Armenian capital. Architectural forms and sculptural details create a contemplative atmosphere where national pride, intellectual achievement, and urban memory merge into a unified composition.

Collector’s Insight

For collectors, this issue represents one of the most culturally distinctive modern Armenian dram designs, combining advanced hybrid technology with a national tribute to chess heritage and one of the world’s most respected grandmasters.

Shipping & Guarantee

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