Russia Coins
The official currency of Russia is the Russian ruble, which has been the country's currency since 1992. Russia's monetary history is rich and complex, reflecting the political and economic changes the nation has experienced over the centuries.
Current currency in circulation
The modern Russian ruble is divided into 100 kopecks and is available in 10, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000 and 5000 ruble bills. Coins in circulation include denominations of 1, 5, 10 and 50 kopeks, as well as 1, 2, 5 and 10 rubles. The Central Bank of Russia is responsible for issuing and regulating the currency, and has introduced several series of banknotes with enhanced security features over the years.
Monetary history and relevant facts
Prior to the current ruble, Russia used different monetary systems, including the Soviet ruble during the Soviet Union era. An important milestone in Russian numismatics was the 1998 currency reform, which removed three zeros from the ruble due to high inflation. In addition, Russia has issued numerous commemorative coins over the years, celebrating historical events, cultural figures and national achievements, which has attracted the interest of collectors from around the world.
| Country | Russia |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Ruble (RUB) |
| 1€ | 100,47₽ |
| Continent | Europa |
| Capital city | Moscow |
| ISO2 | RU |
| ISO3 | RUS |
| Catalogued coins | 667 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Russia coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin catalogs related to Russia
You can consult other coins related to Russia, these catalogs are usually country history: former countries, unifications, independence provinces, colonies, etc.
Coin Catalog
50 rublos (St. George the Victorious)
10 rublos (20th Anniversary of the Constitution)
25 rublos (International Army Games - Russia 2018)
5 rublos (Kerch Strait Bridge)
3 rublos (225th anniversary of Alexander Pushkin's birth)
10 rubles (Teacher)
5 rublos (Battle of Vienna)
10 rublos (Bryansk)
5 rublos (Karelia and Arctic liberation operation)
1 rublo (Electronic warfare troops-Infauna)
3 rubles (25th Anniversary of the State of the Union)
3 rubles (300th anniversary of Saint Petersburg State University)
2000 rublos ( 225th anniversary of Alexander Pushkin's birth)
25 rubles (25th Anniversary of the State of the Union)
3 rublos (International Space Year)
3 rublos (750th Anniversary of Alexander Nevsky's Victory)
1 rublo (Anniversary of Russian State Sovereignty)
1 rublo (110th Anniversary of the Birth of Jakub Kolas)
1 rublo (190th Anniversary Birth of Admiral Pavel S. Nakhimov)
10 rublos (Red-breasted goose)
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