© Trans-Dniester Republican Bank
© Trans-Dniester Republican Bank
5 Roubles Woolly rhinoceros
2017 year| Silver (.925) | 31.1 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Transnistria |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Trans-Dniester Republican Bank |
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 5 Roubles (5 PRB) |
| Currency | Third rouble (2000-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#118731 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Woolly rhinoceros.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ЗАПОВЕДНИК "КОЛКОТОВА БАЛКА"
КИРХБЕРГСКИЙ НОСОРОГ
Translation:
The Reserve "Kolkotov ravine"
Kirchberg rhinoceros
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued 19.07.2017.Stephanorhinus kirchbergensis commonly known as Merck's rhinoceros, is an extinct species of rhino known from the Middle to Late Pleistocene of Eurasia. One of the last members of the genus Stephanorhinus, it is considered to be a typical component of the interglacial Palaeoloxodon large faunal assemblage in Europe. Among extant species of rhinoceroses it is most closely related to the Sumatran rhinoceros, while the well known woolly rhinoceros was another close relative. In the western part of its range, it was sympatric with Stephanorhinus hemitoechus. It is noted for its very large size, among the largest of Pleistocene rhinoceroses, approaching that of Elasmotherium.
Interesting fact
The Woolly rhinoceros coin from Transnistria is a unique and rare coin that features an image of a woolly rhinoceros, an extinct species that once roamed the region. The coin's design is based on a cave painting found in the Caucasus Mountains, which is believed to be over 12,000 years old. This coin is a fascinating piece of history and a beautiful representation of the region's natural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 ММД | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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