An authentic silver 25 Kopecks coin from the Russian Empire, minted during the reign of Emperor Alexander II in 1859 at the Saint Petersburg Mint F-Coins. This coin features the mintmaster initials ФБ (Fedor Blyum) on the reverse, located under the imperial eagle M-DV. • Obverse: Displays the Double-headed Imperial Russian Eagle holding a sceptre and orb, adorned with heraldic shields of the Russian lands. The central shield depicts St. George the Victorious. • Reverse: Features the imperial crown at the top, the denomination 25 КОПѢЕКЪ, two decorative divider lines, the minting year 1859, and the mintmark С.П.Б. at the base F-Coins. The design is surrounded by a continuous wreath of laurel and oak branches. • Edge: Dotted/milled edge pattern (гурт пунктир) M-DV. Specifications: • Country/Issuer: Russian Empire • Emperor: Alexander II (1855-1881) Numista • Year: 1859 • Face Value: 25 Kopecks • Material/Composition: Silver 868/1000 F-Coins • Weight: 5.18 grams F-Coins • Diameter: 24.2 mm M-DV • Mintmark: С.П.Б. (St. Petersburg) • Mintmaster Initials: ФБ (Fedor Blyum) M-DV • References: Bitkin #132 / Conros #138/10 F-Coins Condition/Grade: • Estimated Grade: XF (Extremely Fine). The coin displays strong, clear details across the imperial crown, lettering, and wreath lines. Original design elements remain crisp with normal light signs of wear and a natural aged silver patina. • Please review the high-resolution images provided to evaluate the coin's exact preservation condition for yourself.