Soviet Union 1 Rouble, 1961 reform

Also known as: 1 rubl

Well documentedSupported by multiple reputable specialist catalogues or publications.

Period

1961-1991

Circulating rouble coin introduced with the 1961 Soviet currency reform, used until the dissolution of the Soviet Union.

Historical context

The 1961 reform revalued the rouble and introduced a coinage series that remained essentially unchanged for three decades.

Design

Obverse
State arms of the Soviet Union with the legend of the union
Reverse
Denomination and date

Identification

Series
Distinguish reform-era coins from earlier pre-1961 types by design and date

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

  • Alloy composition, weight and diameter to be transcribed from a verified catalogue
  • Commemorative rouble types to be listed separately
  • Catalogue numbers require transcription
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