This Russia 2 Rubles 2000 commemorative coin honors Leningrad, the city that endured the longest siege in modern warfare during World War II and was awarded the title of Hero City for its bravery and resilience. Minted by the Saint Petersburg Mint (SPMD), this coin celebrates the 55th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945.
The reverse of the coin features a powerful image of a military truck, symbolizing the infamous “Road of Life” — the only supply route that provided essential food, ammunition, and medical supplies to the besieged city. The coin is a tribute to the unyielding spirit of the citizens and soldiers of Leningrad, who withstood the horrors of the siege.
🔹 Face Value: 2 Rubles
🔹 Year of Issue: 2000
🔹 Mint: Saint Petersburg Mint (SPMD)
🔹 Material: Nickel-silver alloy (Melchior)
🔹 Diameter: 23 mm
🔹 Weight: 5.1 g
🔹 Edge: Smooth with no inscription
🔹 Mintage: 10,000,000
🔹 Condition: XF (Extra Fine)
A must-have for collectors of Soviet history, World War II memorabilia, or Hero City collections, this coin commemorates the city’s extraordinary endurance and heroism during one of the most brutal sieges in history.
