Russia – Catherine II – 1 Rouble 1767 СПБ-АШ – Silver – NGC AU50 – Certified Imperial Rouble Description Very attractive certified silver rouble of Empress Catherine II the Great, dated 1767 and graded NGC AU50. A highly collectible Imperial Russian silver 1 Rouble of 1767, struck at the Saint Petersburg Mint during the reign of Catherine II the Great (1762–1796). The coin has been professionally authenticated, encapsulated and graded by NGC as AU50, giving the buyer the security of a recognized international certification. NGC Certification No. 3929468-001 The obverse features the impressive crowned portrait of Empress Catherine II, while the reverse shows the large crowned Imperial Russian double-headed eagle. This type was struck in silver of approximately .750 fineness, with a standard weight around 24 g and diameter of about 39 mm. The 1767 rouble is a classic large silver issue of Catherine the Great and is especially desirable in certified higher circulated grades. An NGC AU50 example of the same 1767 СПБ-АШ type recently appeared at auction and reached 481 €, confirming strong collector interest in this issue. Highlights * Russian Empire * Empress Catherine II the Great * 1 Rouble 1767 СПБ-АШ * Saint Petersburg Mint * Silver * NGC AU50 * Professionally authenticated and graded * Large 18th-century Imperial silver coin * Attractive original overall appearance * Strong portrait and Imperial eagle design * Highly collectible Catherine II type * Full numerical NGC grade A strong addition to a serious collection of Imperial Russian coinage, Catherine II silver, 18th-century European crowns or certified historical coins. The combination of a major historical ruler, large silver denomination, 18th-century date and recognized third-party certification makes this a particularly attractive collector piece. The coin shown in the photographs is the exact coin that the buyer will receive.