Russia
Paul I Albertus Rouble 1796 БM AU Details (Surface Hairlines) NGC, St. Petersburg mint, Bitkin-14 (R1), Sev-2381 (R), UZD-1257, Petrov 12 Rub. Struck to conform to the Albertus Taler standard, which was the standard Taler weight for use in trade in much of the Baltic Region. Obv. crowned double-headed imperial eagle with wings up, holding scepter and orb. Rev. Four-line inscription in ornate frame, "NOT UNTO US NOT UNTO US BUT IN THY NAME." Well struck, and lustrous, with a touch of golden toning over surfaces showing very light hairlines.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 14000-16000 USD