Precious coins 5 rubles.

A coin in denomination of 5 rubles 1998 mint is not one of the most rare and expensive money. Currently, many Russian citizens can easily find it in their wallet. However, it has several special varieties that are of interest to numismatists and are able to enrich their owners, despite the fact that not more than 20 years have passed since the day of issue.

Five-ruble coins of 1998 - history and main characteristics

In 1997, the Bank of Russia adopted a new design of a five-ruble metal banknote with a double-headed eagle and a typical floral pattern. Coins of this denomination were minted on its basis until 2002. The five of 1998 also fell into this impressive galaxy.

The crisis state of the Russian economy caused by default caused the budget deficit. As a result, 5 rubles were minted on blanks of the cheapest copper, after which they were coated with a thin layer of cupronickel for shine.

As a result, a non-magnetic coin came into circulation, the main characteristics of which included:

•   an obverse decorated with the emblem of the Central Bank - a two-headed eagle without crowns and scepters;
•   reverse indicating the face value, the name of the monetary unit and elegant floral ornaments;
•   a mound of 12 smooth and 12 ribbed sections.

It is worth noting that under the left paw of the bird you can clearly see the monogram of the mint (MMD - Moscow, SPMD - St. Petersburg).

Particular attention should be paid to the parameters of the coin, which are most often the only reference point in determining fake copies: mass - six and a half grams, thickness of the disk - 1.8 mm, and its diameter - 2.5 cm.

The coin has a neat thick edging without patterns and bends.

Price 5 rubles 1998 and its rare items

An ordinary coin of 1998 with a face value of 5 rubles can be sold at auction even with ideal quality (AU) for no more than 20 rubles. That is why among a considerable mass of standard coppers, one should look for their special options.

Flat Monogram Mint

Upon a detailed examination, minted in the framework of the MMD, the following feature can be noted: the mint's monogram is practically adjacent to the eagle's paw. However, if it turns out that there is a significant distance between the paw and the icon, then we are talking about a rare variety of the Moscow banknote. You can sell it at numismatic auctions for 250-350 rubles.

What is the true value of this coin that many people are interested in, since this variety has some collectible value, which you will learn about in this article.

At the same time, it is not so rare that an ordinary person could not be happy to own it and sell it to some collector. Let us first find out what exactly they are remarkable for.

What is the value of this coin?

Recall the main criteria for assessing value, namely:

• age;
• safety;
• material of manufacture;
• distinctive features.

In the case of this instance, we can say that the first three parameters do not play a significant role, since the coin itself is quite young, was in free circulation and was not made of precious alloys. Given the fact that this variety is still a collection, this means that all its value lies in the differences from other species.

As you know, 5 rubles in 1998 were issued by both the Moscow (MMD) and the St. Petersburg Mints (SPMD). Production material - copper plated with cupronickel. The exact size of the minting circulation, unfortunately, is not known, but it cannot be called unequivocally small.

The main value of the coin lies in its legend.

Recall that a legend is a denomination, an MD mark, a coat of arms, etc. In this case, the mark is lower than on other copies, but of a different year of manufacture. Also, on some varieties, the spelling of the denomination may vary and in different letters you can see holes of different shapes.

It is the half-minted sign of the mint and other inaccuracies in the legend that make this species valuable in the eyes of collectors, as it differs from other equal copies in par value.

How much are 5 rubles 1998 release

Price 5 rubles 1998 directly. On average, cost without significant damage fluctuates in the range of 400-700 rubles.. Agree, the difference with its face value is quite significant.

So if you are not a collector, but found it at home, then now you know how to dispose of it.

And therefore, take a closer look at the little things in your wallet, because it is still in circulation, so you still have a chance to find such a valuable copy.

Description of the main varieties of the coin 5 rubles 1998, the price of the coin.

In 1998, a huge amount of Bank of Russia coins in denomination of 5 rubles appeared, which have the same parameters as their predecessors of the 1997 model. Among completely ordinary coins, five-ruble coins are sometimes found with minor deviations in the design of the front and back sides. They are the rare species that have a certain collection value.

Characteristics and description of the coin 5 rubles 1998

A coin of 5 rubles 1998 was minted on copper blanks with cupronickel plating. The mass is 6.45 grams, the diameter of the disc is 2.5 centimeters, the thickness is 1.8 millimeters. There are 60 notches on the edge, which are divided into 12 sections, alternating with the same number of smooth spaces. The coin of 5 rubles of the 1998 sample does not possess magnetic properties.

Obverse. The upper part of the front side of the coin of 5 rubles in 1998 is occupied by the words “BANK OF RUSSIA”, the central part is the image of a two-headed eagle, under the left paw of which is a monogram of the mint. On the obverse there is also a lettering of the face value “FIVE RUBLES”, underlined by a line with a dot in the middle, and the date “1998”.

Reverse. The large number 5 is slightly shifted from the center to the left edge of the coin disk. Below is the word "RUBLE", The right side of the field and a small area along the lower edge are decorated with curls of a floral pattern. The main varieties and value of the five-ruble coin in 1998.

Coin price 5 rubles 1998

The real price of a coin in denominations of 5 rubles in 1998 is indicated on its surfaces. The estimated cost of samples in excellent condition can average up to 180 rubles, significantly exceeding the nominal value. Rare varieties of coins of 5 rubles in 1998 are known, the value of which reaches several thousand rubles.

Rare varieties of coins 5 rubles 1998

• 5 rubles 1998 (SPMD), the sheet does not apply to piping.

A rare coin of 5 rubles, minted at the St. Petersburg Mint, dated 1998, is a desirable instance for the collection. Its attractiveness is due to the fact that one of the leaves of the floral ornament, located to the right of the number 5, does not touch the edging. The average cost of such a five-ruble coin on the numismatic market is 2.3 thousand rubles (for XF condition).

Green color indicates an ornament from plants on an expensive variety of coins:

• 5 rubles (MMD) with a lowered monogram of the mint.

If on ordinary five-ruble coins the sign of the Moscow Mint is close to the left paw of a two-headed eagle, then on a less common variety this monogram is located slightly lower. The market price of such a five-ruble may be 200 or more rubles.