Rhetoric of the Armenian coinage

The rhetoric of Armenian coinage refers to the way coins historically conveyed national identity, culture, and political messages. Armenian coins often featured symbols like the double-headed eagle, religious motifs, or inscriptions in the Armenian script, emphasizing sovereignty and heritage. These visual and textual elements aimed to reinforce Armenian identity, pride, and independence amid external pressures and changing rulers. Coinage served not just as currency but as a means of communicating cultural values, asserting autonomy, and celebrating historical legacy, making the coins a subtle yet powerful form of political and cultural expression.