Offered here is a 1970 Soviet Union 1 Ruble commemorative coin issued to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1870–1970). This historic coin was produced by the USSR to mark Lenin’s centennial and features his portrait on the obverse.

Coin Details

• Country: Soviet Union (USSR)

• Denomination: 1 Ruble

• Year: 1970

• Composition: Copper-Nickel

• Diameter: ~31 mm

• Weight: ~12.8 g

• Edge: Reeded

• Mintage: Large commemorative issue

Obverse:

Portrait of Vladimir Lenin facing right with the dates 1870–1970 below.

Reverse:

State emblem of the USSR (hammer and sickle over globe) with wheat wreaths. Surrounding Cyrillic inscription translates to “One Ruble – 100 Years Since the Birth of V.I. Lenin.”

Condition:

Circulated condition showing typical wear from use. Please review the photos carefully as they are part of the description and represent the exact coin you will receive.

This is a popular Cold War era commemorative coin and an interesting piece of Soviet history that makes a great addition to any world coin or historical collection.