5 Roubles Architectural Monuments of Ancient Merv Republic of Turkmenistan
1993 year| Copper-nickel | 19.8 g | 35.00 mm |
| Issuer | Russia |
|---|---|
| Period | Russian Federation (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 5 Roubles (5 RUR) |
| Currency | Rouble (1991-1997) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 19.8 g |
| Diameter | 35.00 mm |
| Thickness | 2.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1998 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#28172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Architectural monuments of ancient Merv, the inscription at the top along the rim: "МЕРВ" (MERV), below inscribed in two lines and encircled with a decorative border - the date "2500 ЛЕТ" (2500 YEARS), in the lower part - the inscription - "ТУРКМЕНИСТАН" (TURKMENISTAN) and an element of the design.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
МЕРВ
2500 ЛЕТ
ТУРКМЕНИСТАН
Translation:
MERV
YEARS
TURKMENISTAN
Engraver: Lev Sergeevich Kamshilov
Designer: Alexander Vasilyevich Baklanov
Edge
Two incised inscriptions ПЯТЬ РУБЛЕЙ (FIVE ROUBLES), separated by two asterisks.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: ПЯТЬ РУБЛЕЙ * ПЯТЬ РУБЛЕЙ *
Translation: FIVE ROUBLES * FIVE ROUBLES *
Comment
Date of issue: 19 OCT 1993Founded many centuries ago, ancient Merv is located in Turkmenistan. The oldest fortified township was built 2,500 years ago. At present Merv is a group of picturesque archeological sites surrounded by fortress-walls and ruins of fortifications, and feudal palaces, mosques and mausoleums.
Interesting fact
The coin features the ancient city of Merv, which was once a major center of trade and culture along the Silk Road. The city was founded in the 6th century BC and was known for its impressive architecture, including the Kyz Kala, a fortress-like building that was used as a palace and a temple. The coin's design showcases the Kyz Kala, along with other architectural monuments from ancient Merv, making it a unique and fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 ЛМД | 350000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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