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3 Roubles The Poltava Battle

2009 year
Silver (.925) 33.94 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Russia
Period
Russian Federation (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
3 Roubles 3 RUB = USD 0.031
Currency
Rouble (1998-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
33.94 g
Diameter
39 mm
Thickness
3.30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#30549
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

In the centre - the profile image of the Peter I, in the background - a detachment warriors in advance, inscription above along the rim: "300-ЛЕТИЕ ПОЛТАВСКОЙ БИТВЫ" (THE TERCENTENARY OF POLTAVA BATTLE).

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering: 300-ЛЕТИЕ ПОЛТАВСКОЙ БИТВЫ

Translation: The Tercentenary of the Poltava Battle

Engraver: Yuliya Sergeevna Gogol

Designer: Sergey Vladilenovich Sutyagin

Edge

300 corrugations

Comment

Date of issue: 01 JUN 2009

The Poltava Battle (June 27, 1709 - July 9, 1709) - the general engagement of Russian and Swedish troops during the Northern War 1700-1721. In the hard fight, the Russian Army under command of Peter I, routed the Swedish Army of Charles XII. The decisive Victory of Russians in the environs of Poltava led to an change in the Northern War to Russia's benefit and put an end for supremacy of Sweden as the main military power in Europe.

Interesting fact

The Poltava Battle coin has a unique design, with the reverse side featuring a depiction of the Battle of Poltava, a significant event in Russian history that took place in 1709. The battle was a decisive victory for Russia over Sweden, and it marked a turning point in the Great Northern War. The coin's design captures the intensity of the battle, with soldiers and cannons depicted in intricate detail. The obverse side features the coat of arms of the Russian Federation, along with the denomination and year of issue. Overall, the coin is a beautiful representation of Russian history and culture, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009 СПМД 10000 - - - - - -

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