Catalog
| Issuer | Russia |
|---|---|
| Year | 2014 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 50 Roubles |
| Currency | Rouble (1998-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 7.89 g |
| Diameter | 22.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | Obverse: Alexandra Arsenyevna Dolgopolova Reverse: Fedor Sergeevich Andronov |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | Y#1496, CBR#5216-0094, Schön#1458 |
| Obverse description | On the mirror field of the disc - the relief image of the State Coat of Arms of the Russian Federation, over it – the semicircular inscription along the rim: `РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ` (THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION), below under the coat of arms: to the left – indications of the metal according to the D.I. Mendeleyev Periodic System of Elements and its purity, to the right in two lines – the indication of the fine metal content and the mint trade mark, on bottom in the centre in two lines – the denomination of the coin: `50 РУБЛЕЙ` (50 ROUBLES) and the date: `2014 г.` (2014). |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Cyrillic, Latin |
| Obverse lettering |
РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ Au 999 7,78 СПМД БАНК РОССИИ 50 РУБЛЕЙ 2014 г. (Translation: Russian Federation SPMD The Bank of Russia Roubles) |
| Reverse description | On the matted field of the disc – the relief image of a skater performing figure exercise on ice, the representative of sports of the first Olympic Winter Games, below at the rim – five Olympic rings, under them – the inscription: `СОЧИ` (SOCHI) and the date: `2014`. |
| Reverse script | Cyrillic |
| Reverse lettering |
СОЧИ 2014 (Translation: Sochi) |
| Edge | 134 corrugations |
| Mint |
(СПМД) Saint Petersburg / Leningrad / Petrograd, Russia (1724-date) |
| Mintage |
2014 СПМД - Proof; St. Petersburg Mint - 20 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1006793720 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: Issued by the Russian Federation in 2014, this 50 Roubles gold coin commemorates figure skating, a pivotal event of the XXII Winter Olympics held in Sochi. Under the presidency of Vladimir Putin, Russia leveraged these games as a significant platform for national prestige and development. This coin forms part of a comprehensive numismatic program designed to celebrate the nation's hosting of the world's premier winter sports event, reflecting a period of intense national focus on international sporting achievements.
Artistry: While specific engraver details are typically proprietary to the Central Bank of Russia's design department, the coin exemplifies a modern realist stylistic school. The obverse features the national emblem, the double-headed eagle, rendered with meticulous detail, symbolizing the Russian state. The reverse masterfully captures the grace and athleticism of figure skating, depicting a dynamic skater in mid-performance, embodying the elegance, precision, and artistic expression inherent to the sport.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine gold with a weight of 7.89 grams and a diameter of 22.6 millimeters, this issue exhibits the high production standards typical of modern Central Bank of Russia commemoratives. Key high-points for grading include the intricate feathering on the eagle's wings and the detailed rendering of the skater's costume and facial features. A strong strike, sharp relief, and mirror-like fields are expected, with minimal contact marks being critical for top-tier uncirculated or proof grades.