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50 Roubles Polar Bear
1997 year| Gold (.999) | 7.89 g | 22.60 mm |
| Issuer | Russia |
|---|---|
| Period | Russian Federation (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 50 Roubles (50 RUR) |
| Currency | Rouble (1991-1997) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 7.89 g |
| Diameter | 22.60 mm |
| Thickness | 1.30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1998 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#70192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The picture of a polar bear against a background of the Ursa Major Constellation. The inscription along the rim: «СОХРАНИМ НАШ МИР» (PROTECT OUR WORLD).
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: СОХРАНИМ НАШ МИР
Translation: PROTECT OUR WORLD
Engraver: Lev Arsenyevich Vitte
Designers: Lev Arsenyevich Vitte, Alexander Anatolyevich Kolodkin
Edge
134 corrugations
Comment
Date of issue: 22 DEC 1997The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is a carnivorous animal and a typical representative of the Arctic. The polar bear can be found on the cost of Arctic Ocean, and in the ice of Arctic Regions. It reaches 3 meters in length and over 700 kg in weight. In Russia it inhabits Franz Joseph Land and Vrangel Island. The polar bear swims and dives well, it feeds chiefly on seals. The polar bear is under the threat of disappearance and is protected. The hunting on the polar bear is completely forbidden in Russia. The nursery was set up on Vrangel Island in 1976.
Interesting fact
The 1997 Russian Polar Bear 50 Rouble coin is made of 99.9% gold and weighs 7.89 grams. It is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. This coin is considered rare and valuable among collectors, with its gold content and unique design making it a sought-after piece.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 ММД | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Roubles (Polar Bear) 1997 coin.
