Russia
Catherine II gold 5 Roubles 1766-CПБ XF40 PCGS, St. Petersburg mint, KM-C78a, Bit-60 (R). Narrow bust variety. A type which is frequently prone to conditional issues and thus occurs much more rarely in problem-free grades, the offering showing clear, but honest wear, seemingly in a pattern that would suggest use as a pocket piece. Some notes of rosaceous tone have developed around the legends, bringing the coin's eye appeal full circle.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/russia/catherine-ii-gold-5-roubles-1766-cand-1055-and-1041-xf40-pcgs-/p/3093-149011.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3093-10282021
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 1200-1800 USD