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50 Roubles Saint Isaac's Cathedral
1991 year| Gold (.900) | 8.75 g | 22.6 mm |
| Issuer | Soviet Union (Russia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Soviet Union (1922-1991) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 50 Roubles (50 SUR) |
| Currency | Rouble (1961-1991) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 8.75 g |
| Diameter | 22.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1991 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#94746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Saint Isaac's Cathedral in Saint Petersburg.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
500∙ЛЕТИЕ ЕДИНОГО РУССКОГО ГОСУДАРСТВА
1858г.
ИСААКИЕВСКИЙ СОБОР
Translation:
The 500th Anniversary of the United Russian State
1858 year
Saint Isaac's Cathedral
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Saint Isaac's Cathedral or Isaakievskiy Sobor in Saint Petersburg, Russia, is the largest Russian Orthodox cathedral (sobor) in the city. It is the largest orthodox basilica and the fourth largest (by the volume under the cupola) cathedral in the world. It is dedicated to Saint Isaac of Dalmatia, a patron saint of Peter the Great, who had been born on the feast day of that saint.Interesting fact
The Saint Isaac's Cathedral coin is a unique piece, as it features a unique design that showcases the magnificent architecture of Saint Isaac's Cathedral in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg). The coin's design includes intricate details of the cathedral's facade, showcasing the grand scale and beauty of the building. Additionally, the coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 ММД | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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