Coat of arms of the Republic of Artsakh Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Coat of arms of Artsakh

Armiger	Republic of Artsakh
Blazon	Two stone heads Or; Per fess, the first a panorama of a mountain range Azure and Argent, the second a vertically set flag of Artsakh
Supporters	An Eagle proper displayed, above the Eagle's head, a ornamented crown Or.
Motto	Armenian: Լեռնային Ղարաբաղի Հանրապետություն-Արցախ "Artsakh Republic of Mountainous Karabakh"
Other elements	In the eagle's talons are various agricultural products including wheat and grapes

The coat of arms of Artsakh is a special symbol for the Republic of Artsakh. It shows an eagle with a fancy crown above its head. On the eagle's chest is a shield. This shield shows a mountain range and the flag of Artsakh.

Right in the middle of the shield are two stone heads. These are from the "We Are Our Mountains" monument. People call them "Granny and Gramps" (Tatik yev Papik). This monument is in Stepanakert, the capital city of Artsakh.

The eagle holds different farm products in its claws. These include wheat and grapes. A golden circle goes around the eagle. On this circle, it says "Artsakh Republic of Mountainous Karabakh" in Armenian.

The government of Artsakh officially chose this coat of arms on November 17, 1992. Special rules explain how it should be used.

What the Artsakh Coat of Arms Looks Like
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What the Artsakh Coat of Arms Looks Like

The coat of arms shows a powerful eagle with its wings spread wide. Above the eagle's head is a crown. This crown is like the ones worn by ancient kings of the Artaxiad dynasty.

On the eagle's chest, there is a shield. This shield is split into two parts. The top part shows a view of Bolshoy Kirs Mountain. This is the highest mountain in Artsakh. It also shows the Karabakh Ridge.

The bottom part of the shield has a picture of the Artsakh flag standing upright. In the very center of the shield, you can see the famous "We Are Our Mountains" monument. This monument is in Stepanakert.

The eagle holds different farm products. These include wheat, grapes, and mulberries. A golden ribbon surrounds the eagle. On this ribbon, it says "Nagorno-Karabakh Republic — Artsakh" in black Armenian letters.

Լեռնային Ղարաբաղի Հանրապետություն Արցախ

What the Symbols Mean

The person who designed the coat of arms, Lavrent Galayan, explained its meanings. The edges of the eagle's six outstretched feathers look like an ornament. These represent six special vowel letters in the Armenian alphabet.

Below these, there are 36 feathers. This number is a nod to a quote from the Armenian poet Gevorg Emin. He wrote about a group of 36 people who defended their nation. This also connects to the 36 letters of the Armenian alphabet.

The crown above the eagle's head is like the crown of Tigran the Great. He was a very powerful ancient Armenian king. This crown shows the long history and strength of the Artaxiad dynasty. It also reminds people that generations will always continue.

The wheat ears on the coat of arms stand for plenty and being welcoming. Each ear has 13 grains. One grain is a guide, and the others are paired up for the 12 months of the year. Lavrent Galayan said, "I pray to God that He will give us bread all year round, so that we can allocate a share of it to others." This shows the hope for a good harvest and sharing with others.