This Russia 25 Rubles 2019 commemorative coin marks the 75th anniversary of the complete liberation of Leningrad (now St. Petersburg) from the Nazi blockade during World War II. Minted by the Moscow Mint (MMD), the coin features a powerful design symbolizing the triumph and endurance of the citizens of Leningrad, who suffered through one of the longest and most devastating sieges in history.
The reverse side of the coin features an image symbolizing the lifting of the blockade, with a prominent visual representation of the lifting of the siege and the reconstruction of the city. The inscription around the edge reads, "75 лет полного освобождения Ленинграда от фашистской блокады" ("75th Anniversary of the Complete Liberation of Leningrad from the Fascist Blockade").
🔹 Face Value: 25 Rubles
🔹 Year of Issue: 2019
🔹 Mint: Moscow Mint (MMD)
🔹 Material: Nickel-silver alloy (Melchior)
🔹 Diameter: 27 mm
🔹 Weight: 10 g
🔹 Edge: 180 ribs
🔹 Mintage: 5,000,000
🔹 Condition: UNC (Uncirculated)
This coin is a must-have for collectors of Russian history, World War II memorabilia, or Siege of Leningrad enthusiasts, commemorating the indomitable spirit of the city's people and their victory over fascism.
