CVC & Collectables presents the 1763 CNB RI Russia 1 Rouble coin from the Russian Empire, this 1763 silver Rouble, minted during the early reign of Empress Catherine the Great, is a rare and historic artifact from one of Russia’s most transformative periods. Graded Good 4 by ANACS, this coin shows significant wear but retains visible core details, offering collectors a tangible connection to 18th-century Russian imperial power.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Russian Empire
- Date: 1763
- Mint: St. Petersburg (CNB mintmark; “RI” represents mintmaster Roman Ilyin)
- Denomination: 1 Rouble
- Composition: Silver (.750 fine)
- Grade: ANACS Good 4 — Heavily worn, with essential design features still discernible.
Obverse:
- Design: Draped and crowned portrait of Empress Catherine II (Catherine the Great) facing right, symbolizing her authority and vision as ruler.
- Inscription: ЕКАТЕРИНА II ИМПЕРАТРИЦА И САМОДЕРЖИЦА ВСЕРОСС.
- Translation: “Catherine II, Empress and Autocrat of All Russia.”
Reverse:
- Design: The imperial double-headed eagle holding a scepter and orb, with a large crown above. The eagle bears a central shield depicting St. George slaying the dragon, a key symbol of Russian power and protection.
- Inscription: РУБЛЬ 1763 С.Н.Б. Р.И.
- Translation: “Rouble 1763 CNB RI.”
Collectibility:
This 1763 CNB RI Rouble is a valuable piece for collectors of Russian and world coinage. Its association with Catherine the Great and the early years of her transformative reign enhances its historical significance. Despite its Good 4 grade, the coin’s age, rarity, and surviving details make it a meaningful addition to any collection focused on imperial Russia or 18th-century coinage. Find more alike here!
