1 Ruble coin issued in 1978 by the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) to commemorate the upcoming
1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow.
This coin is part of a special commemorative series struck by the Soviet Mint to celebrate one of the most important international events hosted by the USSR. The Moscow Kremlin, one of Russia’s most iconic landmarks, is prominently featured on the obverse with the Olympic emblem above it. The reverse shows the USSR state emblem, surrounded by the inscription “USSR” and the denomination “1 RUBLE 1978.”
These coins were widely circulated in the late 1970s and early 1980s, symbolizing Soviet pride and the country’s preparation for the Olympic Games. Today, they are popular among collectors of Olympic memorabilia and Soviet history.
Year: 1978
Country: USSR (Soviet Union)
Denomination: 1 Ruble
Metal: Copper-Nickel (CuNi)
Diameter: 31 mm (approx.)
Weight: 12.8 g (approx.)
Mintage: 7,000,000
Condition: Circulated. But in excellent condition, Please see photos for the actual details.
Commemorative Issue for the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games.
Historical Note: This was one of the first coins released in the lead-up to the Olympic Games, serving as both currency and a piece of national promotion.
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