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Coin Collectors ~ 1953 Soviet Union 15 Kopecks 16 Orbits ~ Frick Estate Provenance {World Coin A-19}
Coin Collectors ~ 1953 Soviet Union 15 Kopecks 16 Orbits ~ Frick Estate Provenance {World Coin A-19}

Coin Collectors ~ 1953 Soviet Union 15 Kopecks 16 Orbits ~ Frick Estate Provenance {World Coin A-19}

Winning Bid
on 08/13/22
$9.00
Item #11345
Lot #9 of 126
Item Description

Fascinating antique coin will make an excellent, mysterious and educational gift for your young numismatist … or a special love token :- )

Details:
Issuer Soviet Union (Russia)
Period Soviet Union (1922-1991)
Type Standard circulation coin
Years 1948-1956
Value 15 Kopecks (0.15)
Currency Ruble (1924-1958)
Composition Copper-nickel
Weight 2.7 g
Diameter 19.56 mm
Thickness 1.2 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized Yes
Number N# 5992
References Y# 117, Schön# 66
Obverse
The coat of arms of the Soviet Union.
16 orbits of ribbon on wreath (8 + 1 + 7 orbits).
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: СССР
Translation: USSR
Reverse: Value within octagon flanked by sprigs with date below. Denomination 'kopecks' is abbreviated to the first 3 letters 'kop'.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: 15 КОП 1953
Translation: 15 Kop 1953
Edge: Reeded

This coin was found in an old coin album…
Think of it ::: a coin is really a flat disc double sided sculpture and should be regarded as such. The artistry involved in creating such tiny wonders is awesome and the history is both humbling and fascinating.

We are selling off quite a few foreign coins. We know nothing about coins. We are not researching them. We are not grading them. Sold as pictured/as is. Good luck.

Comes in a small plastic coin holder.

Provenance:
This is just one item out of a huge stash of clothing, accessories, coins and household items from the Henry Frick estate; the Railroad Magnate. The woman who acquired them originally worked as a ladies maid out on the Frick’s Long Island estate. We purchased them directly from her great granddaughter, a lifelong Danbury resident, who had been their careful and respectful guardian for many years/decades.

Now out into the world once again!

More from this haul to be auctioned over the next weeks/months! Keep an eye on our upcoming auctions which will include everything from Mr. Frick’s collapsible top hat - to his gold wire-rimmed childhood spectacles, and much much more!

Notes: Most of the items offered here are antique, vintage or used. You should expect signs of wear consistent with age. Please regard all pictures carefully and ask us any questions prior to bidding. Measurements, if provided in our descriptions, are close approximations. We do our best to describe all items accurately. Every item starts at just $1. The bidder (you) determines the price. Written descriptions are based on the Auction Manager's opinion and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, authenticity, materials or any other feature of items being sold. That said (and this is the important part) All items are sold FINAL SALE/AS IS/NO RETURNS. We love questions - please ask! Enjoy the gamble and the hunt! :- ) Diana Clarke, Auction Manager

Condition

Commensurate with age

Categories

Coins & Stamps, Coins

Seller Info
Auction House Galleries, USA
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