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1871 CNB HI Russia 3 Roubles Gold Coin NGC UNC Details
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1871 CNB HI Russia 3 Roubles Gold Coin NGC UNC Details
Own a scarce piece of Imperial Russian gold coinage with the 1871 CNB HI Russia 3 Roubles Gold Coin NGC UNC Details. Struck during the reign of Emperor Alexander II, this historic 3 Roubles coin was produced at the Saint Petersburg Mint from .917 fine gold. With an original weight of approximately 3.93 grams and roughly 0.1157 troy oz of actual gold weight, this 19th-century issue combines genuine precious metal content with the history and collectability of Tsarist Russian coinage. This example has been authenticated and encapsulated by NGC with an UNC Details designation.
Alexander II ruled the Russian Empire from 1855 until 1881, a period associated with significant political, economic, and social reforms. The gold 3 Roubles denomination was introduced during his reign in 1869 and continued to be produced into the reign of Alexander III.
The 1871 issue was struck at Saint Petersburg and carries the СПБ-НІ (SPB-NI) markings. The “СПБ” identifies the Saint Petersburg Mint, while the НІ initials refer to mintmaster Nikolai Iossa. Approximately 200,003 pieces were struck for this date and mintmaster combination.
Coin Specifications:
- Graded as UNC Details by NGC
- Composition: .917 fine gold
- Original weight: approximately 3.93 grams
- Actual gold weight: approximately 0.1157 troy oz
- Denomination 3 Roubles
- Minted by St. Petersburg Mint
- Securely housed in a protective NGC Holder
- Obverse: Features the Imperial Coat of Arms, which is a shielded double eagle with crowns.
- Reverse: Displays the denomination in the center along with the year of mintage.
Why Own This 1871 Russian Gold Coin?
- Imperial Russian History: Authentic gold coin from the reign of Alexander II.
- Over 150 Years Old: A tangible artifact of 19th-century European monetary history.
- Unusual Denomination: The historic 3 Roubles gold denomination stands apart from more familiar Russian gold issues.
- World Gold Collectability: An appealing addition to Imperial Russian, European, and historic gold coin collections.
The 1871 Russia 3 Roubles Gold Coin offers collectors an opportunity to own genuine Imperial-era gold from an important period in Russian history. Its .917 fine gold composition, distinctive 3 Roubles denomination, Saint Petersburg origin, Alexander II connection, and NGC authentication give the coin appeal beyond its intrinsic precious metal value, making it a noteworthy addition to collections of historic Russian and world gold coinage.
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