GOLD COIN 5 RUBLES OF ALEXANDER III, 1889. RUSSIA
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A gold coin of 5 rubles dated 1889, minted during the reign of Emperor Alexander III. Obverse: profile portrait of Emperor Alexander III with the circular inscription: “BY THE GRACE OF GOD ALEXANDER III EMPEROR AND AUTOCRAT OF ALL RUSSIA.” Reverse: Imperial Russian coat of arms — a double-headed eagle with crowns, scepter, and orb, with the inscription “5 RUBLES 1889” beneath.
Struck in .900 gold with a reeded edge and typical relief for the late 19th century.
Inscriptions
Portrait of Alexander III, circular legend, double-headed eagle, denomination “5 RUBLЕS”, date “1889”, and mintmark beneath the eagles talons.
Dimensions
Diameter: 22.5 mm, Thickness: approx. 1.3 mm
Weight
Weight: 6.45 g, Pure gold content (900/1000): 5.8 g
Condition
Good, with light circulation marks. Relief remains clear with minor edge and surface wear.
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