1897 Russia 15 Roubles Nicholas II Gold Coin Abrasions AGW .3734 oz

### **1897 Russia 15 Roubles Nicholas II Gold Coin Abrasions AGW .3734 oz** **Please note the coin will exhibit abrasions or signs of cleaning.** Own a remarkable piece of Imperial Russian history with the **1897 Russia 15 Roubles Nicholas II Gold Coin**, featuring .3734 troy ounces of .900 fine gold. Issued during the reign of Tsar Nicholas II, this large-denomination gold coin reflects the Russian Empire’s transition to the gold standard and represents one of the most iconic pre-revolutionary numismatic issues. While this piece may show abrasions due to its age and circulation, it remains a highly collectible and historically rich artifact. The 1897 issue is significant as it marked the first year the 15 Roubles denomination was struck in gold, following the 1897 monetary reform led by Finance Minister Sergei Witte. This reform officially put Russia on the gold standard in an effort to modernize its financial system and align it with leading Western economies. The obverse displays a left-facing portrait of Tsar Nicholas II, the last Emperor of Russia, remembered for his tragic fall during the Russian Revolution. The reverse features the detailed Russian imperial double-headed eagle, complete with the scepter, orb, and shield bearing St. George, the patron saint of Moscow. **Coin Specifications:** - Contains 0.3734 troy oz of .900 gold - Abrasions condition - Denomination 15 Roubles - Minted at the Imperial Russian Mint - **Obverse:** Features a bust of Nicholas II, who was the last Tsar of Russia, along with inscriptions of his title in Russian. - **Reverse:** Displays the Imperial Coat of Arms along with the seal of His Tsarist Majesty, which is a shielded double eagle with crowns. Inscriptions include the denomination and year of mintage Acquire a substantial and storied gold coin from the twilight of the Romanov dynasty with the **1897 Russia 15 Roubles Nicholas II Gold Coin**. Available now at Bullion Exchanges, this coin offers both intrinsic value and a tangible link to Russia’s imperial past. Be sure to browse our expanding selection of rare **[world coins](file:///buy-gold/world-gold-coins%3Fcategory_id=752&perPage=72&currentPage=1)** and [**Russian collectibles**](file:///buy-gold/world-gold-coins/european-gold-coins/russian-gold-coins) to further enhance your portfolio. If you have any questions or concerns, please [**contact**](file:///contacts)one of our customer service representatives. **You may also like:** - [**10 Guilder/Gulden Netherlands Gold Coin AGW .1947 oz AU/BU (Random Year)**](file:///10-guilder-gulden-netherlands-gold-coin-random-year) - [**5 Roubles Russia Nicholas II Gold Coin BU AGW .1244 oz (1897-1911, Random Year)**](file:///5-roubles-russia-nicholas-ii-gold-coin-bu-random-year) - [**1 Chervonets Russia Gold Coin AU/BU AGW .2489 oz (Random Year,1975-1982)**](file:///1-chervonets-russia-gold-coin-au-bu)