CVC & Collectables presents this 1844 silver Rouble, minted under the reign of Tsar Nicholas I, represents a period of Russian imperial expansion and industrial development. Graded XF Details by NGC with a “Cleaned” designation, the coin retains strong design features despite its noted surface alterations. It is a significant piece of mid-19th-century Russian numismatics, reflecting the grandeur of Nicholas I’s empire.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Russian Empire
- Date: 1844
- Mint: St. Petersburg (CNB KB; “KB” indicating mint officials Khozainov and Boryutin)
- Denomination: 1 Rouble
- Composition: Silver (.868 fine, approx. 0.5787 oz actual silver weight)
- Grade: NGC XF Details — Strong detail with surface cleaning noted.
- References: C# 168.1
Obverse:
- Design: Portrait of Tsar Nicholas I facing right, representing his authority and leadership.
- Inscription: НИКОЛАЙ I ИМПЕРАТОРЪ И САМОДЕРЖЕЦЪ ВСЕРОСС.
- Translation: “Nicholas I, Emperor and Autocrat of All Russia.”
Reverse:
- Design: The imperial double-headed eagle, holding a scepter and orb, crowned with the imperial insignia. The eagle bears the shield of St. George slaying the dragon, with denomination details below.
- Inscription: РУБЛЬ 1844 С.Н.Б. К.Б.
- Translation: “Rouble 1844 CNB KB.”
Collectibility:
The 1844 CNB KB Rouble is a valuable piece for collectors of Russian and imperial coinage. While cleaned, its XF Details grade preserves sharp design features and historical authenticity. As a product of Tsar Nicholas I’s reign, this coin offers a window into the economic and political complexities of 19th-century Russia, making it a prized addition to any numismatic collection.
