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1899 Russian 5 Rubles Gold Coin 4.3 Grams

Currency:CAD Category:Coins & Paper Money / World Coins - Gold Start Price:10.00 CAD
1899 Russian 5 Rubles Gold Coin 4.3 Grams
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🪙 1899 Russian 5 Rubles Gold Coin – Nicholas II Era

Struck during the reign of Emperor Nicholas II, the 1899 Russian 5 Rubles gold coin is a prized artifact from the twilight years of the Russian Empire. Minted at the Saint Petersburg Mint, this coin blends imperial elegance with historical significance.

🔍 Specifications:
Denomination: 5 Rubles

Year: 1899

Metal: Gold (.900 fineness)

Weight: 4.3 grams (≈ 0.1244 troy oz of pure gold)

Diameter: 18.5 mm

Thickness: 1.1 mm

Edge: Patterned or smooth, often with mintmaster initials

Orientation: Medal alignment (↑↑)

🖼️ Design Details:
Obverse: Portrait of Nicholas II facing left, surrounded by Cyrillic inscription: “Б.М. НИКОЛАЙ II ИМПЕРАТОРЪ И САМОДЕРЖЕЦЪ ВСЕРОСС.” (Translation: By the grace of God Nicholas II, Emperor and Autocrat of All Russia)

Reverse: Crowned double-headed imperial eagle with denomination and year below: “5 РУБЛЕЙ 1899 Г.”