The 1889 Imperial Russian 5 Roubles gold coin is a striking historical artifact minted under the rule of Emperor Alexander III. Struck at the historic Saint Petersburg Mint, this beautiful numismatic piece features a total weight of 6.45 grams and is composed of 90% pure gold (0.187 oz AGW). In excellent condition, MS63, but could grade Higher
The obverse displays a detailed, right-facing portrait of the autocrat, capturing his characteristic short beard, framed by his official imperial title written in Cyrillic script.
The reverse features the iconic crowned double-headed Imperial Eagle, bearing the traditional Russian shields and coats of arms, surrounded by the denomination and the 1889 year of issue. A smooth edge displaying a Cyrillic pure gold inscription completes the design.
Out of an original mintage of 4,200,002 pieces, many were melted down during the turbulence of the Russian Revolution, making surviving specimens highly sought after by numismatists. Combining precise late-19th-century craftsmanship with rich historical significance, this coin serves as a tangible link to the final decades of the Romanov Dynasty and the height of the Russian Empire.
