Coin Collectors ~ 1957 Soviet Union 20 Kopecks 15 Orbits ~ Frick Estate Provenance {World Coin A-41}

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
Year 1957
Value 20 Kopecks (0.20)
Currency Ruble (1924-1958)
Composition Copper-nickel
Weight 3.6 g
Diameter 21.8 mm
Thickness 1.4 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized Yes
Number N# 6523
References Y# 125, Schön# 74
Obverse: The coat of arms of the Soviet Union. 15 ribbons on wreath (7 + 1 + 7 ribbons).
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: СССР
Translation: USSR
Reverse: Value within octagon flanked by sprigs with date below.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: 20 КОП 1957
Translation: 20 Kop (Kopecks)
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: The items offered here are antique, vintage, used. You should expect signs of wear consistent with age. Please regard all pictures carefully, as they are a large part of the description. We do our best to describe all items accurately. Every item starts at just $1. The bidders (you) determines the price. no responsibility for the correct description, genuineness, authenticity of or defect in any lot and makes no warranty in connection therewith. Written and oral descriptions are based on the Auction Manager's best opinion and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, 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! Measurements, if provided in our descriptions, are close approximations. Enjoy the gamble and the hunt!

Consistent with age and use.

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Diana Clarke | (551) 206-3187 | diana@clearinghouseestatesales.com

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