Within the framework of the "Art of Fighting" International Numismatic Program, Armenia's Central Bank issued "Karate" and "Kokh" commemorative silver coins.

The “Karate” silver coin has been issued by the Central Bank of Armenia under the international numismatic program “Art of Fighting”. Karate (karate-do, “path of empty hand”) is a Japanese martial art. It has come to Japan from island Okinawa at the end of the 19th century and then expanded into all over the world. Karate has sports, applied and traditional directions in which numerous styles are practiced.

The “Kokh” silver coin has been issued by the Central Bank of Armenia under the international numismatic program “Art of Fighting”.Kokh is a wrestling style traditionally practiced in Armenia. An interesting feature which makes kokh distinctive is that wrestlers have to start with a national dance before the very fighting. Formerly, kokh was an integral part of national festivities, wedding parties and other entertainment events as it played an important role in cultural and educational context. Prominent wrestlers include Sadun Artsruni (13th century), Hakob Jughayetsi (17th century), Simon Pehlivoun, and Gagik. The coin issued with colored inks.

Specifications of Karate and Kokh coins.

The nominal value Dram 1000
Metal silver (Ag 925/1000)
Weight 28.28 g
Dimensions 38.61 mm
Reeded edge
Colored inks
The year of issue 2011
Circulation up to 5 000

Source of information: Central Bank of Armenia