2 Roubles (A.L. Tchizhevsky) 1997 front 2 Roubles (A.L. Tchizhevsky) 1997 back
2 Roubles (A.L. Tchizhevsky) 1997 photo
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2 Roubles A.L. Tchizhevsky

1997 year
Silver (.500) 15.87 g 33.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Russia
Period
Russian Federation (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
2 Roubles (2&nbspRUR)
Currency
Rouble (1991-1997)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
15.87 g
Diameter
33.00 mm
Thickness
2.40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 January 1998
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#70172
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

The portrait of A.L. Tchizhevsky. In the background – the Constellation Aquarius (the astrological symbol of February), the sun in eclipse, the star galaxy and a man under a tree. Under the inscription «А.Л. ЧИЖЕВСКИЙ» (A.L. TCHIZHEVSKY) and the dates «1897-1964» – a lyre, a sheet of paper, a paint brush, and a pen to symbolize his various gifts.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
А.Л.ЧИЖЕВСКИЙ
1897-1964

Translation: A.L.TCHIZHEVSKY

Engravers: Alexander Anatolyevich Kolodkin, Alexander Sergeevich Khazov

Designer: Alexander Anatolyevich Kolodkin

Edge

195 corrugations

Comment

Date of issue: 06 FEB 1997

Alexander Leonidovich Tchizhevsky (1897-1964) – Russian scientist and founder of space biology, space medicine and electrohaemodynamics, full member of more than 30 academies of science in Europe, Asia, and America – was famous as a philosopher, poet, painter and musician who left rich literary heritage and nearly 400 landscapes in water-colors and oils.

Interesting fact

The 2 Roubles (A.L. Tchizhevsky) 1997 coin from Russia features a unique design that showcases the artwork of A.L. Tchizhevsky, a prominent Russian artist known for his contributions to the field of numismatics. The coin's design includes an image of Tchizhevsky's famous painting, "The Defense of Sevastopol," which commemorates the heroic defense of the city during the Crimean War. The coin's silver composition and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997 ММД 10000 - - - - - -

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