Ruble - Elizabeth (СПБ) 1754-1757 front Ruble - Elizabeth (СПБ) 1754-1757 back
Ruble - Elizabeth (СПБ) 1754-1757 photo
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Ruble - Elizabeth СПБ

 
Silver (.802) 25.85 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Empress
Elizabeth (1741-1762)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1754-1757
Value
1 Rouble (1 Рубль)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Silver (.802)
Weight
25.85 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#26988
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed eagle encircled by the legend. Value, date.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
1755
МОНЕТА∙ РƔБЛЬ
Я I

Translation:
Coin Ruble
Ya I

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Lettering: С.ПЕТЕРБƔРХСКАГО *** МАНЕТНОГО ∙ ДВОРА **

Translation: By St. Petersburg Mint

Comment

Portrait by B.Scott.

Mintmarks:
ММД - Krasny Mint, Moscow (C#19c.1)
СПБ - St. Petersburg Mint (C#19c.2)

Interesting fact

The Ruble - Elizabeth (СПБ) 1754-1757 coin was minted during the reign of Empress Elizabeth of Russia, who was known for her extensive collection of coins and medals. In fact, she was so passionate about numismatics that she even established a special cabinet for the storage and display of her collection, which included coins from all over Europe and Asia. This coin, with its unique design and silver content, is a testament to the rich numismatic history of Russia during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1754 СПБ ЯI 1947076 - - - - - -
1755 СПБ IМ 1836375 - - - - - -
1756 СПБ IМ 1943560 - - - - - -
1757 СПБ IМ 535898 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Ruble - Elizabeth (СПБ) 1754-1757 coin.