Lately, I've been taking an interest in coins from Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan. There are some awesome coins from these countries:- Russia Saint George the Victorious Ukraine Archangel Michael Kazakhstan Fairy Tales Series -- Aldar Kose
nice coin Siberian Man. I have your coin and the 10 denomination in silver proof. I collect coins with insects.
Yes, St, George slaying the dragon has been on several Russian coins before. These days you can find the scene and design on several gold and silver bullion pieces. As for the Grasshopper vs Cricket question ... well, I am not an expert, but here for example the Ukrainian piece is also listed as a "grasshopper" coin. http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~ch2m-nitu/coin/coin2e.htm Christian
Thanks for the link, Chris! Wow! Those insect-themed coins are awesome! Spirityoda ought to see them -- I'll let him know.
Guys, please stop posting these. I can't afford yet another interest! Good stuff, everyone! 5 Kopek of Catherine the Great going on the list...
Very cool stuff ... but I agree with TIF (man, I've gotta stop looking at all of your gorgeous stuff => there are far too many awesome coin-targets out there!!) ... great coin eBunny (et al) ... congrats!!