25 Roubles Shlisselburg

2003 year


Silver (.900)	173.29 g	60 mm

Description

Issuer	Russia
Period	Russian Federation (1991-date)
Type	Non-circulating coin
Year	2003
Value	25 Roubles 25 RUB = USD 0.26
Currency	Rouble (1998-date)
Composition	Silver (.900)
Weight	173.29 g
Diameter	60 mm
Thickness	6.80 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-07

References

Numista	N#74217
Rarity index	100%

Reverse

The view of the Shlisselburg Fortress framed by a stylized window-arch, in the foreground - firs, a rider and a couple of unmounted fighting men on a stony river bank, in the background - a floating boat with rowers and a sailing ship. The inscription on a ribbon at the top along the rim - "ШЛИССЕЛЬБУРГ" (SHLISSELBURG).

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering: ШЛИССЕЛЬБУРГ

Translation: Shlisselburg

Engraver: Alexander Sergeevich Khazov

Designer: Alexander Vasilyevich Baklanov

Edge

252 corrugations

Comment

Date of issue: 31 JAN 2003

The Shlisselburg Fortress (Peter Fortress in 1944 - 1992) was founded in 1323 by Novgorod citizens on the Nut Island of the Ladoga Lake situated at the source of the Neva River. In 1611 it was captured by Swedes. During the Northern War of 1700 - 1721 it was taken by storm by Russian troops on October 11, 1702.

Interesting fact

The 25 Roubles (Shlisselburg) 2003 coin from Russia features a unique design that commemorates the 300th anniversary of the city of Shlisselburg. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the city's coat of arms, while the reverse side shows a panoramic view of the city. The coin's design is particularly notable for its intricate details and ornate features, which showcase the rich history and culture of Shlisselburg.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2003 ММД	2000	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Roubles (Shlisselburg) 2003 coin.