Description
📌 General Information
• Country: Soviet Union
• Denomination: 1 Ruble
• Year: 1970
• Commemorative Theme: 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Vladimir Lenin
• Metal: Copper-Nickel
• Edge: Lettered (inscription in Russian)
• Mint: Leningrad Mint
• Mintage: Approx. 100+ million (very common issue)
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🪙 Obverse (Front)
• Portrait of Lenin facing right
• Dates at bottom: 1870–1970
• Beaded border around rim
🪙 Reverse (Back)
• State emblem of the USSR (hammer & sickle over globe with wheat wreath)
• СССР (USSR)
• Denomination: 1 РУБЛЬ
• Year: 1970
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📊 Your Coin’s Grade
• Grading Company: MEGA (Middle East Grading Alliance)
• Grade: XF 40 (Extremely Fine)
• Moderate wear on high points
• Details still clear
• No major damage
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💰 Value (Approximate 2026 Market)
Because this coin was heavily produced:
• Raw circulated: $3 – $8 USD
• XF 40 graded: $10 – $20 USD
• Higher grades (UNC/MS) may reach $25–40
⚠️ Value depends on demand, eye appeal, and slab reputation.
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⭐ Interesting Fact
This was the first large Soviet commemorative ruble widely released for circulation. It marked the 100th birthday of Lenin, founder of the Soviet state.