Probably, in every house of the post-Soviet countries there are several coins that were relevant during the USSR. Among them may be expensive coins of the USSR, which can be sold for a rather large amount. Some specimens are of great interest to numismatists. List rare coins The USSR is quite long, so consider all of them by period.
Early 20s
In 1923-1924, Sokolnikov, who holds the post of People's Commissar of Finance of the USSR, carried out a monetary reform. This entailed the release of a new coin. Subsequently, she began to be called a chervonets. It was equated to a ten-ruble gold coin, which was minted during the period of tsarist Russia. At 25%, it consisted of gold. Such money is found quite often, so it does not have a special numismatic value. Although due to the fact that it consists of a quarter of precious metal it can be sold for about 5000-10000 rubles.
In 1924, a reform also took place, after which the first Soviet ruble, which was called "wooden", was printed. After all, until then it was habitual to use coins, and few knew about the notes. Paper is made of wood, so paper Soviet ruble was called "wooden". Money of this period is not in high demand among numismatists, since all of them are found in sufficient quantities.
Expensive coins of 1925-1930
Unfortunately, most coins of the USSR are practically worthless. Nevertheless, there are such instances that can be sold expensively. Among the period of the second half of the 20s, coins that were minted are distinguished:
- In 1925 Coins of the USSR of the year (their value reaches 50,000 rubles) of this coin are found mainly in denominations of 2 kopecks. You can meet them extremely rarely, due to which such a high price is due to them. About the same money can be obtained from the sale of 20 kopecks of the same year.
- In 1927 Two pennies issued this year are one of the most valuable coins in Russia. Previously, the price of such an instance was about $ 5,000. But now she has fallen due to the fact that some stock of this money was found.
Coins 1930-1940
Expensive USSR coins were also issued during this period. So, quite valuable specimens are money issued:
- In the year 1931. Three varieties of silver money were minted at once: 10, 15 and 20 kopecks. They are very rare, so numismatists are ready to pay crazy money for them. So, for example, one coin costs about 3000-4000 dollars. But many confuse them with this year’s copper-nickel coins. Such specimens do not have numismatic value.
- In the year 1934. This is a coin in denominations of three kopecks, on which the name of the country is not indicated, - the USSR. Its cost reaches 60,000 rubles.
Forties of the last century
In general, the forties of the XX century is the period when the economy of the USSR was at a low level of development due to the war. There was no good metal, no equipment, no working hands. Therefore, this negatively affected the issue of coins. In the fall of 1942, about 450 coins with a face value of 2 kopecks were minted. Their total cost was only 9 rubles. There is currently no such coin anywhere. She is not even found in the Hermitage. Soviet numismatists believe that they were all used by Soviet soldiers to create home-made lighters. Therefore, if suddenly such a money is found somewhere, then it will be perceived as a whole treasure. In addition, during this period 10 and 15 kopek coins were minted. They are excessively rare, so they are also worth a lot.
Prices for USSR coins of this period are usually high, but it is very difficult to meet them.Although a copy was minted, which can be sold for a tidy sum. All money issued in 1947 costs from $ 10,000, regardless of face value.
Fifties of the last century
In 1958, coins were minted, which were almost completely destroyed. This happened due to the fact that Khrushchev, who was at that moment in the United States, was stunned by how easy it was to trade through machines. Immediately after he returned to his homeland, he issued a decree to engage in the development of such devices. New coins were also required. However, the machines were never created, so almost all the coins that were in bank vaults went for re-melting. And although they were not formally put into circulation, several sets were still preserved (about 200 pieces). Therefore, they are also referred to as rare coins of this period. Prices for USSR coins in 1958 are about 120 thousand rubles per copy.
Coins of the 60s
Coins were also issued during the sixties, which can now be sold for a tidy amount. So, for example, at that time a test coin with a face value of half a penny was minted. It was 1961. Later they refused to create it, since they came to the conclusion that minting such money is too expensive. According to some reports, only 10 copies were preserved. This has become the reason that now their cost is very high. There was even a case when such a coin was sold for half a million rubles.
90s of the last century
As you know, in 1991 the USSR collapsed. However, not all citizens realized this, therefore for some time the post-socialist countries called themselves the Soviet Union. One way or another, expensive coins of the USSR were also created during this period. After all, the Leningrad Mint minted a batch of ten-ruble coins in 1992, on which the country of the USSR was still indicated. However, coins lost their relevance, as paper rubles began to be used in circulation. Therefore, such money is considered rare, which is why modern numismatists value it.
The most expensive coin of the USSR period
Perhaps one of the most expensive coins of this period are 50 kopecks in 1929. Its cost reaches 10 million rubles. After the course on the NEP (new economic policy) was completed, the Soviet government decided to replace the silver coins with copper-nickel. In 1931, coins were issued in denominations of 10, 15 and 20 kopecks. At the same time, ruble and 50 kopek coins were considered unnecessary. Although in 1929, several new fifty dollars were minted at the Leningrad Mint. Subsequently, almost all of them were deleted. In 2011, one of these coins was sold at an auction for 10 million rubles.
Memorable and commemorative copies of the Soviet era
Commemorative and jubilee coins of the USSR period do not carry special numismatic values. Their coinage took place from 1965 to 1991. As a rule, they were dedicated to the anniversaries of famous personalities and memorable events. They were produced in a small print run, as they were usually intended for collectors. Of course, the jubilee rubles of this period are simply amazing in their quantity. Hardly anyone can list them all. Therefore, we will consider some of the most interesting options:
- 1 "wooden", which depicts a portrait of V. I. Lenin. Its chasing occurred in 1978 in honor of the hundredth anniversary of the birth of the leader of the proletariat. The cost of money reaches 25 thousand rubles.
- 1 "wooden" in 1978 with the image of the Moscow Kremlin. It costs about 15,000 rubles.
- Platinum commemorative rubles of the late 70s, dedicated to the 1980 Olympics. The price of them is about 40 thousand rubles. Also during this period, 100 r. gold. Their price is slightly lower - up to 30,000.
- Coins from palladium minted in 1988-1991. Their cost depends on how well they are preserved, and ranges from 10-27 thousand rubles.However, the demand for such money is not high, since the attention of numismatists and collectors is attracted by more valuable options.
Possible fakes
Expensive coins of the USSR did not go unnoticed by scammers. After all, their cost is quite high, so now fakes on the numismatic market are not uncommon. Moreover, they are made so skillfully that only a specialist can distinguish an original from a fake. Therefore, the authenticity of the coin cannot be determined from the photograph, because all its features will not be visible on it. Therefore, if you do not understand this business, then buying an expensive coin is not recommended. If you find a coin, then you can seek advice from an experienced numismatist who will determine its authenticity.
Thus, thanks to the rare coins of the USSR, you can even study the history of the country. After all, each of them was created under certain specific circumstances. However, having a rare coin in hand, you do not need to rush to sell it. After all, there are scammers who want to buy it much cheaper, especially through the Internet. Therefore, it is better to first consult with a person who is versed in this area.
