3 Roubles (Shoanin Ancient Christian Temple) 2016 front 3 Roubles (Shoanin Ancient Christian Temple) 2016 back
3 Roubles (Shoanin Ancient Christian Temple) 2016 photo
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3 Roubles Shoanin Ancient Christian Temple

2016 year
Silver (.925) 33.94 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Russia
Period
Russian Federation (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
3 Roubles 3 RUB = USD 0.031
Currency
Rouble (1998-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
33.94 g
Diameter
39 mm
Thickness
3.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#90201
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

On the mirror field of the disc – the relief image of the Shoanin ancient christian temple surrounded by mountains, over the temple – images of two soaring birds, along the rim – the inscriptions, above: "Шоанинский древнехристианский храм Х-ХI вв." (Shoanin ancient christian temple Х-ХI cc.), below: "Карачаево-Черкесская республика" (Karachaevo-Cherkessian Republic).

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
ШОАНИНСКИЙ ДРЕВНЕХРИСТИАНСКИЙ ХРАМ Х-ХI вв.
КАРАЧАЕВО-ЧЕРКЕССКАЯ РЕСПУБЛИКА

Translation:
Shoanin ancient christian temple
Karachaevo-Cherkessian Republic

Engraver: Eduard Alexeevich Tolzin

Designer: Anton Dmitrievich Schablykin

Edge

300 corrugations

Comment

Date of issue: 16 FEB 2016

Shoana Church, also known as Khumara Church, is an early 10th-century Alanian church sited on a cliff above the left bank of the Kuban River, 7 km upstream from Karachayevsk, Russia and 4 km downstream from the ruins of Skhimar, in the vicinity of Kosta Khetagurov Village. It is a typical Byzantine-style church, 12.9 meters high, with three naves, separated by four pillars.

Interesting fact

The Shoanin Ancient Christian Temple coin features an unique design, showcasing the Shoanin Temple, a historic church located in the Moscow region, Russia. The temple is renowned for its well-preserved ancient architecture and beautiful frescoes, which date back to the 16th century. The coin's design captures the temple's intricate details and ornate decorations, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016 ММД 3000 - - - - - -

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