“2021 was a significant year for the history of your beautiful flag, which, thanks to the recent discovery of a copper coin can now be traced back to King Davit Aghmashenebeli in the 12th century. This symbolism proves once again that Georgia has been part of the European family of nations for many centuries,” the statement reads.

Davit Aghmashenebeli-epoch historical coin was discovered during unpermitted archaeological works in December of 2021.