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Ruble - Nikolai I Marriage of Grand Duke Alexander Nikolaevich
1841 year| Silver (.868) | 20.73 g | 35.5 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nicholas I (1825-1855) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1841 |
| Value | 1 Rouble (1 Рубль) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.868) |
| Weight | 20.73 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
In the center of the shield, inside the shield the monogram "AM" (Alexander and Maria), above it the Imperial crown, the right of the shield – Cupid with bow in left hand, left – Psyche with a stem of blooming lilies in his right hand, beneath the inscription "APRIL 16" below "1841" (date of marriage).
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
АМ
С.П.Б.
Н. Г.
16 АПРѢЛЯ
1841 Г.
Translation:
SPB
N. G.
April 16,
1841 year
Engraver: Nikolay Grachev
Edge
Reeded
Comment
© Cyrillius
Interesting fact
The Ruble - Nikolai I (Marriage of Grand Duke Alexander Nikolaevich) 1841 coin is a non-circulating coin that was minted to commemorate the marriage of Grand Duke Alexander Nikolaevich, the son of Nicholas I, to Princess Marie of Hesse and by Rhine. The coin was made of silver (.868) and weighs 20.73 grams. It's a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted.
