5 Roubles Weightlifting
1979 year| Silver (.900) | 16.67 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Soviet Union (Russia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Soviet Union (1922-1991) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 5 Roubles (5 SUR) |
| Currency | Rouble (1961-1991) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 16.67 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1991 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#29795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 31% |
Reverse
Weight lifting.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ИГРЫ XXII ОЛИМПИАДЫ · МОСКВА · 1980
ЛМД
1979
Translation:
Games of the XXII Olympiad Moscow · 1980
LMD
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 5 Roubles (Weightlifting) 1979 coin from the Soviet Union (Russia) features an image of a weightlifter in mid-lift on the obverse side, while the reverse side showcases the Soviet Union's national emblem. This coin is made of silver (.900) and weighs 16.67 grams. Interesting fact: The weightlifter depicted on the coin is believed to be Naim Suleymanoglu, a Turkish weightlifter who won three gold medals at the 1980 Moscow Olympics. Suleymanoglu was known for his incredible strength and technique, and his image on the coin has become an iconic symbol of weightlifting and athleticism.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 ЛМД | 53964 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 ММД | 53964 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Roubles (Weightlifting) 1979 coin.
