2 Roubles (Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea) 2008 front 2 Roubles (Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea) 2008 back
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2 Roubles Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea

2008 year
Silver (.925) 17 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Russia
Period
Russian Federation (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
2 Roubles 2 RUB = USD 0.021
Currency
Rouble (1998-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
17 g
Diameter
33 mm
Thickness
2.40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#61057
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

The image of Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea, in the background - a floating ship and flying birds; above - the inscription along the rim: "АЗОВО-ЧЕРНОМОРСКАЯ ШЕМАЯ" (Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea).

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering: АЗОВО-ЧЕРНОМОРСКАЯ ШЕМАЯ

Translation: Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea

Engraver: Yuliya Sergeevna Gogol

Designers: Fedor Sergeevich Andronov, Anton Dmitrievich Schablykin

Edge

195 corrugations

Comment

Date of issue: 01 SEP 2008

Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea (Chalcalburnus chalcoides, subspecies mento) inhibits the Azov Sea and Black Sea, from where comes into rivers Kuban, Don, Seversky Donez and their tributaries. Is acclimatized in reservoirs of Stavropol Region, Kalmykiya and Krasnodar Region.

Interesting fact

The Shemaya-Fish of the Azov Sea and Black Sea coin is a unique non-circulating coin from Russia, minted in 2008. It's made of silver (.925) and weighs 17 grams. What's interesting about this coin is that it features a rarely seen design, showcasing a fish that is native to the Azov Sea and Black Sea. The coin's design is so detailed that you can even see the fish's scales and the water lines around it, giving it a lifelike appearance. This coin is truly a standout piece for any coin collector or enthusiast!

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008 СПМД 12500 - - - - - -

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