sirma tʻetʻri-kʻartʻuli erovnuli vercʻxlis sapʻase
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The work is dedicated to the unique Georgian silver - Sirma Tetra, which originated in the Kartli-Kakheti kingdom and was minted almost continuously in the last third of the 18th century, until the annexation of this Georgian state to the Russian Empire. The history of the study of Sirma silver is examined in detail; numismatic context of its occurrence; Three mineral production in the Kartli-Kakheti kingdom; Relations of Erekle II with Karim Khan Zend: monetary reform, during which this Georgian currency was born; its typological features and chronology of issue; Issues of management and organization of the Tbilisi Mint; Coin simulators of Sirma; circulation and economic role; Influence on the subsequent numismatic history of Georgia. The role of these silver coins in the history of Georgia and the Georgian people is assessed.
