My World Crown Affair
18th Cent, Russian rouble
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
RUSSIA - 1606-1801 |
| Item Description: |
ROUBLE 1743MMA |
| Full Grade: |
NGC AU 50 |
| Owner: |
jgenn |
Owner Comments:
The silver crown of Russia was the Rouble. This example is from the early years of the reign of Elizaveta Petrovna, second-oldest surviving daughter of Peter the Great. Roubles shrank in size and fineness over time -- this one, minted in Moscow, is 25.85 grams and 80% silver.
ex: Antonin Prokop Collection.