Imperial silver rouble

DocumentedSupported by at least one credible specialist source.

Period

18th to 20th century

Issuing entity

Russian Empire

The principal silver denomination of the Russian Empire, issued over two centuries with changing portraits and standards.

Historical context

Standards and designs changed repeatedly across reigns and monetary reforms.

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.

Research required

  • Weight and fineness by period require transcription
  • Mint marks and their attribution need a verified reference
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