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1 Ruble — obverse
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1 Ruble

1 Ruble

Russia (Bank of Russia) · 1997

A standard circulating Russian 1 Ruble coin featuring the double-headed eagle of the Bank of Russia on one side and a large numeral '1' with floral ornamentation on the other.

Country
Russia (Bank of Russia)
Year
1997
Denomination
1 Ruble
Metal
Copper-nickel-zinc clad copper (Nickel Brass)
Grade
Circulated / Very Fine (VF)

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Overview

A standard circulating Russian 1 Ruble coin featuring the double-headed eagle of the Bank of Russia on one side and a large numeral '1' with floral ornamentation on the other.

Historical significance

Issued following the currency reform and stabilization of the Russian Ruble in the 1990s, representing the post-Soviet Russian Federation monetary system.

Obverse (front)

Features the double-headed eagle (historically used by the Bank of Russia), with the legend 'БАНК РОССИИ' (Bank of Russia) at the top, and 'ОДИН РУБЛЬ' (One Ruble) along with the year '1997' at the bottom.

Reverse (back)

Features a large numeral '1' on the left side, the word 'РУБЛЬ' (Ruble) below it, and decorative floral vine patterns curling along the right side and top edge.

Estimated value

$0.05 - $0.25 (Face value to nominal collector value)

What drives this coin's value

Condition, presence of rare die varieties, and mint mark variants.

Grade assessment

Circulated / Very Fine (VF)

Mintage & rarity

Extremely high mintage, very common and easily found in circulation.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to low face value and massive production quantities, counterfeiting is virtually non-existent for standard circulation issues.

Notable varieties & errors

Minor variations in mint logo placement and die stamps exist, but most carry little numismatic premium.

Similar coins

Other post-1997 Russian fractional and ruble denominations (e.g., 2 or 5 rubles).

Care & preservation

Store in a dry environment in standard coin flips or tubes. Avoid harsh chemical cleaning to preserve the original mint luster.