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100 Roubles The New Hermitage
2002 year| Gold (.900) | 17.45 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Russia |
|---|---|
| Period | Russian Federation (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 100 Roubles 100 RUB = USD 1.04 |
| Currency | Rouble (1998-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 17.45 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.70 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#73006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A Scythian golden comb from the Solokha burial (the IVth century B.C.), the inscription at the bottom along the rim: "НОВЫЙ ЭРМИТАЖ" (THE NEW HERMITAGE) divided by the date "150" in an oval, above the date - the building of the New Hermitage.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
НОВЫЙ ЭРМИТАЖ
150
Translation: New Hermitage
Engraver: Alexander Sergeevich Khazov
Designer: Alexander Vasilyevich Baklanov
Edge
240 corrugations
Comment
Date of issue: 14 FEB 2002The New Hermitage opened on February 5 (February 17 New Style) is the first public museum of the world art in Russia. The building of the New Hermitage was erected in 1839-1852 by architect Leo von Klenze specially for keeping the museum's collections of works of art.
Interesting fact
The 100 Roubles (The New Hermitage) 2002 gold coin from Russia features a unique design that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the country. The obverse side of the coin depicts the iconic Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, which was the main residence of the Russian tsars and is now home to the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest and most renowned museums in the world. The reverse side of the coin features a stunning image of the palace's grand entrance, surrounded by intricate details and ornaments. This coin is a beautiful representation of Russia's history, architecture, and cultural significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 ММД | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Roubles (The New Hermitage) 2002 coin.
