3 Roubles (The Year of the Rat) 2008 front 3 Roubles (The Year of the Rat) 2008 back
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3 Roubles The Year of the Rat

2008 year
Silver (.925) 33.94 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Russia
Period
Russian Federation (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
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#77808
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

In the circle framed by the entire rim, in the centre – the picture of a rat, to the right – a matted image of the half-moon.

Designer: Sergey Kozlov

Edge

300 corrugations

Comment

Date of issue: 01 NOV 2007

The rat is one of the 12 symbols of the Lunar Calendar.

Interesting fact

The Year of the Rat coin is part of a series of coins issued by the Central Bank of Russia to celebrate the Chinese Lunar Calendar. The coin features an image of a rat on the obverse (front side) and the coat of arms of Russia on the reverse (back side). The rat is depicted in a playful pose, climbing a ladder, symbolizing success and prosperity. The coin was minted in 2008, which is the Year of the Rat according to the Chinese lunar calendar. It's a unique and interesting collectible for coin enthusiasts and those interested in Russian culture and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008 ММД 20000 - - - - - -

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