Description

10 Roubles Nicholas II (1899–1911) – Russian Empire gold coin

The 10-rouble gold coin bearing the portrait of Russian Emperor Nicholas II is one of the best-known and most collected gold coins of the Russian Empire. These coins were minted in the late 19th and early 20th centuries during the reign of the last Russian emperor, Nicholas II.

The obverse shows the portrait of Emperor Nicholas II, and the reverse the coat of arms of the Russian Empire with a double-headed eagle, crowns and other imperial symbols. The reverse also shows the denomination “10 РУБЛЕЙ” and the year of minting.

Technical specifications:

• Country: Russian Empire
• Ruler: Nicholas II (1894–1917)
• Denomination: 10 roubles
• Metal: gold
• Fineness: 900 (90% gold)
• Pure gold content: about 7.74 g
• Total weight: about 8.60 g
• Diameter: about 22.5 mm
• Edge: reeded

The 10-rouble Nicholas II gold coins are valued for their historical significance, gold value and collectible appeal. They are Russian Empire gold coins minted before the First World War and form an important part of Russian imperial numismatics.

The market price is influenced by the year of minting, the coin’s condition, rarity, mint, collector demand and the current gold price. Well-preserved coins from rarer years can be worth considerably more than their gold value alone.

The 10-rouble Nicholas II gold coin is a historically significant piece from the Russian imperial period, suitable for both a numismatic collection and investment gold. Its size, gold content and historical period make it a popular choice among collectors of Russian Empire coins.