Name:
1 oz Saint George the Winner 2022 Russia 3 rubles silver coin
Coin type:
BU (Brilliant Uncirculated)
Silver net weight:
31.104 g.
Country of origin:
Russia
Obverse: the obverse of the coin depicts a double-headed eagle with wings - the coat of arms of Russia, followed by the inscription "БАНК РОССИИ" (Lithuanian Bank of Lithuania), the denomination of the coin "3 РУБЛЕЙ" (Lithuanian three rubles) and the year of mintage "2022". On the left is the silver fineness "Ag 999" and on the right is the coin's weight "31.1" and the mintmark.
Reverse: the reverse of the coin depicts St. George riding on a horse and triumphantly piercing the dragon with a spear.
About the coin: 2016 The National Bank of Russia has issued a new 3-ruble investment silver coin dedicated to St. To George. Legend has it that he was the former son of the noble Christians of Cappadocia, a brave warrior who, for his military virtues, entered the personal guard of Emperor Diocletian. George was a Christian and was killed for his faith. In the art, George is depicted in a soldier's outfit sitting on a horse and spear-piercing a dragon. St. George began to be revered in the east, and later the Crusaders spread the cult in the West. In Lithuania, it is one of the most popular saints, traditional Jurginė is celebrated in the village. It is believed to protect against all diseases. It is the guardian of horses and other livestock as well as farmers. St. George is the patron saint of many states and cities.
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