Auction coin: 1993, Russia, a commemorative 5-Rubles coin: „Architectural Monuments of Ancient Merv (Republic of Turkmenistan)”.

   Features: proof, composition: copper-nickel,  weight: 19.80 g,  diameter 35.0 mm, proof, Saint Petersburg Mint. Reverse: Architectural monuments of ancient Merv and inscriptions. Edge: plain with two inscriptions  divided by two asterisks.

   Mintage:  a mintage of 350,000 pcs was planned, but some time passed between the design and the issue and in the meantime the borders of Russia changed (Merv is now in Turkmenistan) and the coin was not issued in full mintage, The final issue size is unknown, it's probably 75,000 pcs - that is why it is a relatively rare coin.

   Founded many centuries ago, ancient Merv is located in Turkmenistan. The oldest fortified township was built 2,500 years ago. At present Merv is a group of picturesque archeological sites surrounded by fortress-walls and ruins of fortifications, and feudal palaces, mosques and mausoleums.

   I am dissolving parts of my private collection. Collector's exchange is possible.

   Condition – proof, the coin in protective bank-issued foil, please have a look at the photos, the pictures show the original coin, with will be shipped. The photos are part of the description.  If you have any doubts - please write, I am happy to answer any question, I can send an additional photo. This is a private auction.  

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