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3 Roubles Volcanoes of Kamchatka
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 33.94 g | 39 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#79345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
The image of the active volcano, in the foreground - vegetation, the inscription above along the rim: "ВУЛКАНЫ КАМЧАТКИ" (VOLCANOES OF KAMCHATKA)
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: ВУЛКАНЫ КАМЧАТКИ
Translation: Volcanoes of Kamchatka
Engraver: Igor Maxovich Khamraev
Designer: Anton Dmitrievich Schablykin
Edge
300 corrugations
Comment
Date of issue: 01 AUG 2008There are over 160 volcanoes on Kamchatka, among them active ones: Klyuchevskaya Mound, Avachinskaya Mound, Shiveluch. This nature land of Kamchatka is included in the UNESCO World Culture and Nature Heritage.
Interesting fact
The 3 Roubles (Volcanoes of Kamchatka) 2008 coin from Russia features a unique design that showcases the country's rich volcanic landscape. The coin's obverse side features an image of the Klyuchevskaya Sopka volcano, which is the highest active volcano in Eurasia, standing at a height of 4,750 meters (15,584 feet). The reverse side of the coin features a stunning image of the Karymsky volcano, which is known for its picturesque cone-shaped structure and periodic lava flows. The coin's design not only highlights Russia's natural beauty but also serves as a reminder of the country's rich geological history and its unique geographical features.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 ММД | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Roubles (Volcanoes of Kamchatka) 2008 coin.
