Capture a monumentally significant piece of 20th-century geopolitical history with this genuine 1977 Soviet Union commemorative 1 Ruble coin.
As shown in the clear, high-resolution images Images, this vintage coin was struck to celebrate the diamond jubilee (60th anniversary) of the 1917 October Revolution.
The obverse side, featured in Image, bears the iconic State Emblem of the USSR positioned squarely above the denomination text "1 РУБЛЬ", split elegantly by the historical state abbreviation "СССР". The deeply symbolic reverse side, showcased in Image, displays a detailed profile portrait of Vladimir Lenin in relief against a stylized unfurled banner. Below his profile is the historic cruiser Aurora (famous for firing the symbolic opening shot of the revolution), an orbital model of a lithium atom symbolizing Soviet scientific achievement, a laurel branch, and the milestone anniversary dates "1917–1977".
This coin is a standout artifact for collectors of world history, Marxist-Leninist memorabilia, Cold War numismatics, and vintage European currencies.
Product Specifications:
Country/Issuer: USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics)
Denomination: 1 Ruble (1 Рубль)
Year of Minting: 1977
Commemorative Theme: 60th Anniversary of the Great October Socialist Revolution
Composition: Copper-Nickel alloy
Edge Description: Lettered edge detailing the denomination and date
Collection Guide & Recommended Accessories
To maintain the long-term presentation value and protect this vintage metal piece, collectors typically deploy specific conservation supplies:
1. How It Can Be Used
Numismatic Collections: A quintessential anchor for mid-century world coin albums, collections tracking Soviet political history, or historical commemorative displays.
Educational & Curatorial Showcases: An excellent tactile tool for history educators, researchers, or military curators illustrating the artistic iconography used during the peak of the Soviet era.
Distinctive Historical Gift: Makes an incredible conversation starter or specialized gift for collectors of political history and unique world currencies.
Numismatic Collections: A quintessential anchor for mid-century world coin albums, collections tracking Soviet political history, or historical commemorative displays.
Educational & Curatorial Showcases: An excellent tactile tool for history educators, researchers, or military curators illustrating the artistic iconography used during the peak of the Soviet era.
Distinctive Historical Gift: Makes an incredible conversation starter or specialized gift for collectors of political history and unique world currencies.
2. Recommended Accessories (Not Included)
To preserve the coin's uncleaned, raw state, it is best to utilize the following supporting items:
2x2 Archival Flips or Airtight Capsules: Storing the piece in a PVC-free, archival-safe coin capsule blocks air and environmental humidity from accelerating metal tarnish.
Cotton Numismatic Gloves: To ensure that sweat or skin oils don't react with the copper-nickel composition, always use 100% white cotton gloves when handling the raw coin.
3D Floating Frame or Display Easel: A double-sided clear silicone membrane frame holds the coin securely in mid-air, allowing viewers to see both Lenin's profile and the state crest without opening the case.
Coin Collector's Loupe (5x–10x): Ideal for observing the fine relief detailing on the ship’s rigging, the atom rings, and the edge lettering text.
Condition & Visual Inspection Report
Condition: Vintage / Circulated / Authentic.
Obverse Inspection: As shown in Image, the central state crest retains high structural definition. The fields reveal a completely natural, uncleaned silver-toned patina with micro-abrasions and localized dark aging spots along the right rim, proving its authentic circulated nature.
Reverse Inspection: As visible in Image, the portrait of Vladimir Lenin, the cruiser Aurora, and the scientific atom symbol are beautifully preserved in raised relief. Light handling marks and minor hairlines are visible across the fields, entirely consistent with a well-kept 50-year-old historic alloy coin.
Condition: Vintage / Circulated / Authentic.
Obverse Inspection: As shown in Image, the central state crest retains high structural definition. The fields reveal a completely natural, uncleaned silver-toned patina with micro-abrasions and localized dark aging spots along the right rim, proving its authentic circulated nature.
Reverse Inspection: As visible in Image, the portrait of Vladimir Lenin, the cruiser Aurora, and the scientific atom symbol are beautifully preserved in raised relief. Light handling marks and minor hairlines are visible across the fields, entirely consistent with a well-kept 50-year-old historic alloy coin.
Please examine the high-resolution images to evaluate the exact cosmetic and physical surface condition.
1977 USSR 1 Ruble Commemorative Coin – 60th Anniversary of the October Socialist Revolution Lenin & Aurora
- Product Code: 1977
- Availability: 1
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14.00€
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