1989 USSR 5 Ruble Commemorative Coin - Registan Ensemble, Samarkand | CCCP

Original 1989 Soviet Union 5 Ruble commemorative coin featuring the historic Registan Square in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. This coin was part of the USSR "Architectural Monuments" series issued by the Leningrad Mint.

Specifications:

Country: USSR (CCCP)
Denomination: 5 Rubles
Year: 1989
Theme: Registan, Samarkand – XV-XVII centuries
Material: Copper-nickel alloy
Diameter: 35mm
Weight: 19.8g
Edge: Inscription with mint mark
Mintage: 2,000,000 pieces
Obverse: State Emblem of the USSR with denomination "5 РУБЛЕЙ" and date "1989" below.
Reverse: Depiction of the Registan architectural ensemble in Samarkand with inscription "РЕГИСТАН XV-XVII вв." and "САМАРКАНД" below.

Condition:
Based on the photos provided, the coin shows light circulation wear. Obverse has minor contact marks in the field and a small rim ding at 6 o'clock. Reverse shows fine hairlines and light surface scratches, but architectural details remain sharp. No heavy corrosion or deep scratches visible. Luster still present on high points. Grade estimate: XF/AU (Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated). Please review photos for exact condition. Sold as pictured.

Ideal for collectors of Soviet coins, commemorative rubles, Silk Road history, or Central Asian numismatics.