1889, 5 roubles, Regular Milled Imperial, Alexander III (1881-1894), Gold

Russian gold 5 Rubles, minted in 1889 for Alexander III. Scarce variety with letters AG on truncation of the neck. This variety is about 10 times scarcer then regular variety without letters and have premium of 50% or so in all Russian catalogues. Choice coin with all coats of arms on the eagle's wings clearly visible, just slightest rub that suggests light circulation.