Russia 1855-SP NI ruble Dav-283
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This specimen was lot 507 in Sincona sale 78 (Zürich, October 2022), where it sold for 1,750 CHF (about US$2,098 including buyer's fees). The catalog description[1] noted, "RUSSIA | Russian Empire and Federation | Nicholas I. 1825-1855, Rouble 1855, St. Petersburg Mint, NI. 2 roubles according to Petrov. Rare in this condition. NGC MS61." This type was struck 1832-58 in large quantities but is today very rare in nice condition.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: 20.73 g, 0.868 fine silver. This specimen is 20.63 g.
Catalog reference: KM-C168.1, Bitkin 235. Dav-283.
- Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1801-1900, 9th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.
- Bitkin, Vladimir, Composite Catalogue of Russian Coins, Part II (1740-1917), Kiev: Moneta, 2003.
- Davenport, John S., European Crowns and Talers, Since 1800, 2nd Ed., London: Spink & Son, 1964.
- Harris, Robert P., Guidebook of Russian Coins, 1725 to 1970, Santa Cruz, CA: Bonanza Press, 1971.
- [1]Richter, Jürg, SINCONA Auction 78, Russian Coins and Medals, The Grigoriy Stakhorsky Collection, Part 1 and other Properties, Zürich: SINCONA AG, 2022.
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